Eclipses (grahan) in 2088
Every solar and lunar eclipse of 2088, 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.
Total solar eclipse — 21 April 2088
Visible from New Delhi
- Seen from New Delhi
- 21 Apr 2088, 4:41 PM to 6:35 PM
- Sun covered
- 53% at maximum
- Maximum (global)
- 21 Apr 2088, 4:00 PM
- Sutak
- 21 Apr 2088, 4:41 AM to 6:35 PM
Partial lunar eclipse — 5 May 2088
Visible from New Delhi
- Seen from New Delhi
- 5 May 2088, 9:05 PM to 10:24 PM
- Maximum (global)
- 5 May 2088, 9:45 PM
- Penumbral phase
- 5 May 2088, 7:15 PM to 6 May 2088, 12:14 AM
- Partial (umbral) phase
- 5 May 2088, 9:05 PM to 10:24 PM
- Sutak
- 5 May 2088, 12:05 PM to 10:24 PM
Annular solar eclipse — 14 October 2088
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 14 Oct 2088, 8:16 PM
- Sutak
- No sutak in New Delhi
Partial lunar eclipse — 30 October 2088
Not visible from New Delhi
- Maximum (global)
- 30 Oct 2088, 8:31 AM
- Penumbral phase
- 30 Oct 2088, 6:17 AM to 10:46 AM
- Partial (umbral) phase
- 30 Oct 2088, 7:44 AM to 9:19 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 2088?
2088 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.