Ring of Fire solar eclipse to illuminate the Americas: See time, how to watch

The celestial spectacle of a “Ring of Fire” solar eclipse is set to captivate sky-watchers from Oregon to Brazil.

Unlike the complete darkness of a total eclipse, this annular phenomenon will showcase the sun forming a blazing ring around the moon.

Eclipse path details

Scheduled to journey across a multitude of U.S. states, the eclipse will then sweep through Central America and conclude its impressive run in South America.

Several regions are eagerly awaiting this rare occurrence, though weather conditions in some locales might prove challenging for clear visibility.

Special arrangements in Colombia

In a commendable initiative, Colombia's Tatacoa desert is prepped to enhance the eclipse experience for the visually impaired.

Using tactile maps and highlighting temperature variations when the moon veils the sun, this initiative will provide a unique touch-and-feel perspective of the cosmic event.

Looking to the future

While eclipse enthusiasts will revel in this upcoming spectacle, they should also mark their calendars for 2039.

It is then that a similar "ring of fire" eclipse is slated to grace the U.S. skies again. However, that display will be exclusive to Alaska, offering residents and visitors there a front-row seat to nature's grandeur.

How to watch Ring of Fire solar eclipse

It is not possible to view this celestial event from India.

However, if you reside in the Americas, at 9:13 AM PDT, the Ring of Fire solar eclipse will start in Oregon and terminate at 12:03 PM CDT in Texas.