Annular eclipse 2023. When and where to see Mexico’s Ring of Fire Grupo Milenio

solar eclipse These are unprecedented events and rarely happen, the last one happened in Mexico was in 1991, this phenomenon has happened again in different parts of the world and after 32 years, Mexicans will be lucky to witness annular eclipsethe most expected astronomical phenomenon for the year 2023.

Here we tell you when and where we can see this event.

What is the annular eclipse of the sun or the ring of fire?

The annular solar eclipse is a phenomenon that occurs when the Moon, which is as far as possible from the Earth, stands between our planet and the Sun, but being too far away it cannot completely cover the surface of the Sun and thus reveals around it. It is a ring, which is why it is also known as fire ring

According to the a potThese are usually the longer eclipses, as the ring can be seen for more than ten minutes, although generally they don’t last more than five or six minutes, so you need to be aware of what might happen.

The rings that surround the Moon during an annular solar eclipse are known as the Rings of Fire. In addition, the satellite goes through a phase called little moon When the eclipse occurs while the satellite is in motion full moon.

When and where do you see the annular eclipse?

The ring of fire cannot be seen from the whole country, only some countries of the Republic have the privilege of observing this phenomenon. Mexico’s National Eclipse Commission reports that on October 14, 2023, it will be visible in some areas of southeastern Mexico, as well as the neighboring country of Belize.

The approximate time for the phenomenon to occur will be at 10:45 local time. through an account SkyAlert We created a reminder for all users of the platform and announced that the full stage of the phenomenon will be visible on Campeche, Yucatan and Quintana Roo, while in the rest of Mexico it will only be partial.

The percentage of the sun that will be hidden in some cities is predicted as follows:

• Villahermosa 82%

• Tuxtla AG 79%

View 76%

• Bio 73%

CDMX 69%

• Mty 82%

Department of Finance 62%

Also, another eclipse will be recorded, but this will happen on April 8, 2024, and now in the northern regions of the country you will be able to appreciate the amazing nature of the total solar eclipse.

Tips for viewing the annular eclipse of the sun

Daniela Tarhuny Navarro, Head of the Science Publishing Department at UNAM High SchoolHe explained that to see this natural phenomenon, some tips must be followed.

“There are certain guidelines to be seen safely, Because if we look directly at the sun, we can suffer damage to our eyesight, we can have burns to our retinas and that can be very harmful.Tarhuny-Navarro explained that during the eclipse, the sun’s rays are concentrated, and even worse, it is as if our eyes are a magnifying glass.

He warned that many people use sunglasses, but they are not recommended, while others resort to welding goggles:

“They can be used, but must be very specific, from the number 14 onwards, or the special filters that are normally distributed to view this type of eclipse.And That they have a special film that allows us to see the sun, but not for three minutes at a timeYou have to see them in breaks or periods and let your eyes rest and see again, otherwise they can be harmful in any way.”

He explained that there are simple ways to be able to see and enjoy it, in addition to the possibility of doing it at home, but he stressed not seeing the eclipse directly.

By now you know you should save the date for a trip to the Yucatan to see the eclipse in all its splendor.

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