On October 14, 2023, Brazil will be graced with the dazzling beauty of a unique celestial phenomenon: a solar eclipse anular, a rare cosmic spectacle that arouses interest in the astronomical community and also in sky lovers.
To understand the term “annular solar eclipse”, just imagine two concentric circles. When the sun and moon line up, the moon is slightly farther from Earth than it is in a total solar eclipse.
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This causes the moon not to completely cover the sun, resulting in an impressive ring of "fire" in the sky. Imagine the darkness of the moon surrounded by a luminous halo, it is a vision that reminds us of a cosmic diamond ring.
Where to see this cosmic spectacle?
To fully enjoy this celestial event, being in the right states is essential. Amazonas, Pará, northern Tocantins, Maranhão, Piauí, Ceará, Rio Grande do Norte and Paraíba are the privileged states where the “ring of fire” will be visible in its entirety.
But don't be put off if you are in Acre, Bahia, Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo. Although it is not possible to see the complete ring, a partial eclipse will still be present in the skies of these regions.
As for the time, get ready for contemplation at 4:43 pm in the region of Sertão da Paraíba. In coastal areas, the shadow of the moon will appear at 4:45 pm, followed by the grandiose “ring of fire” at 4:46 pm.
The accuracy of these schedules exists thanks to advances in understanding the celestial phenomena, tools like the Stellarium app let you simulate the sky from anywhere on Earth.
This solution puts both experienced and amateur astronomers in the right place at the right time to witness the majesty of the eclipse.
Solar eclipse. (Image: publicity)
As the 14th of October approaches, we are reminded that eclipses are cosmic dances that have fascinated humanity throughout history.
These celestial events remind us of the vastness of the universe and our significant role in it. Regardless of where you are in Brazil, be sure to look up (using protection, of course).
The sun, moon and Earth are aligning to provide a unique moment especially for you. So if your state is bestowed with such a gift for the eyes, take it!
