Partial solar eclipse of December 24, 1992
The partial solar eclipse peaks at Dec 23, 1992, 7:30 PM ET (1992-12-24 00:30 UTC) at 2°27′ Capricorn.
Past eclipse
Partial solar eclipse in ♑︎ Capricorn · North Node ☊︎ · Moon covers part of the Sun.
Not visible from the US. Seen from Tokyo.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Wed, Dec 23, 7:30 PM EST |
| Chicago | Wed, Dec 23, 6:30 PM CST |
| Denver | Wed, Dec 23, 5:30 PM MST |
| Los Angeles | Wed, Dec 23, 4:30 PM PST |
| London | Thu, Dec 24, 12:30 AM GMT |
| Sydney | Thu, Dec 24, 11:30 AM GMT+11 |
Where to see it
| City | Sun covered | Maximum (local time) |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 42% | Dec 24, 8:38 AM |
Cities not listed see no eclipse, or the Sun is below the horizon. Never look at the Sun without certified eclipse glasses, except during the brief total phase.
Partial solar eclipse in Capricorn: astrology meaning
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around career, authority and long-term plans (Capricorn). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Capricorn–Cancer axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 2°27′ Capricorn or Cancer.
It is the New Moon of December 1992.
Greatest-eclipse time and place, local circumstances and central duration are computed with Astronomy Engine and rounded to the minute (durations to the second). Published values can differ by a few seconds. All 1992 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the partial solar eclipse of December 24, 1992?
The partial solar eclipse peaks at Dec 23, 1992, 7:30 PM ET (1992-12-24 00:30 UTC) at 2°27′ Capricorn.
Where is the December 24, 1992 eclipse visible?
Not visible from the US cities we check. Elsewhere: Tokyo. A solar eclipse is seen only where the Moon’s shadow falls; the total or annular phase only along a narrow path.
Can you see it from the United States?
No. It is not visible from New York, Chicago, Los Angeles or Honolulu.
How long does it last?
The partial eclipse lasts one to two hours at any one place; how much of the Sun is covered depends on where you are.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
2°27′ Capricorn on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun and Moon are together in Capricorn.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around career, authority and long-term plans (Capricorn). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Capricorn–Cancer axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 2°27′ Capricorn or Cancer.
Is it safe to watch?
Only with certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses or a solar viewer for every partial phase. Looking at the Sun directly or through sunglasses, a camera or binoculars without a solar filter can damage your eyes. Only during totality itself, if you are in the path, is it safe to look without protection.
Astrology is a symbolic and cultural tradition. The planetary positions on this site are calculated with astronomical accuracy; the interpretations describe what astrologers associate with them and are not scientifically validated predictions about personality, relationships or the future.