Eclipses (grahan) in 2053
Every solar and lunar eclipse of 2053, 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 — 4 March 2053
Visible from New Delhi
- Seen from New Delhi
- 4 Mar 2053, 8:44 PM to 5 Mar 2053, 12:56 AM
- Maximum (global)
- 4 Mar 2053, 10:50 PM
- Penumbral phase
- 4 Mar 2053, 8:44 PM to 5 Mar 2053, 12:56 AM
- Sutak
- No sutak — a penumbral eclipse is not observed as a grahan
Annular solar eclipse — 20 March 2053
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 20 Mar 2053, 12:37 PM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Penumbral lunar eclipse — 29 August 2053
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 29 Aug 2053, 1:34 PM
- Penumbral phase
- 29 Aug 2053, 11:15 AM to 3:53 PM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Total solar eclipse — 12 September 2053
Visible from New Delhi
- Seen from New Delhi
- 12 Sept 2053, 2:56 PM to 4:54 PM
- Sun covered
- 29% at maximum
- Maximum (global)
- 12 Sept 2053, 3:02 PM
- Sutak
- 12 Sept 2053, 2:56 AM to 4:54 PM
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 2053?
2053 has 2 solar and 2 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.