Eclipses (grahan) in 2031
Every solar and lunar eclipse of 2031, with timings and visibility for New Delhi. Sutak applies only where an eclipse is actually visible.
Next eclipse visible from New Delhi: Partial solar eclipse on 2 August 2027
Never look at the Sun directly or through ordinary sunglasses during a solar eclipse — use certified eclipse glasses or a pinhole projector. A lunar eclipse is safe to watch with the naked eye.
Penumbral lunar eclipse — 7 May 2031
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 7 May 2031, 9:20 AM
- Penumbral phase
- 7 May 2031, 7:21 AM to 11:20 AM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Annular solar eclipse — 21 May 2031
Visible from New Delhi
- Seen from New Delhi
- 21 May 2031, 11:41 AM to 2:37 PM
- Sun covered
- 29% at maximum
- Maximum (global)
- 21 May 2031, 12:44 PM
- Sutak
- 20 May 2031, 11:41 PM to 21 May 2031, 2:37 PM
Penumbral lunar eclipse — 5 June 2031
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 5 Jun 2031, 5:14 PM
- Penumbral phase
- 5 Jun 2031, 4:25 PM to 6:02 PM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Penumbral lunar eclipse — 30 October 2031
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 30 Oct 2031, 1:15 PM
- Penumbral phase
- 30 Oct 2031, 11:19 AM to 3:11 PM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Total solar eclipse — 15 November 2031
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 15 Nov 2031, 2:36 AM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Sutak and grahan customs
In the Hindu tradition the period before an eclipse is called sutak. It begins 12 hours (4 prahars) before a solar eclipse and 9 hours (3 prahars) before a lunar eclipse, and only where the eclipse is visible. Many families avoid cooking and eating during sutak, keep tulsi leaves in stored food, chant or meditate during the eclipse, and bathe and give charity after it ends. Children, the elderly, the sick and pregnant women are traditionally exempt from the fasting rules.
Frequently asked questions
How many eclipses are there in 2031?
2031 has 2 solar and 3 lunar eclipses.
When is the next eclipse visible from New Delhi?
The next eclipse visible from New Delhi is the partial solar eclipse on 2 August 2027.