Hybrid solar eclipse of April: How many hours until the sky darkens?
April will be loaded with astronomical phenomena and the one that has attracted the most attention is the hybrid solar eclipse because it only happens twice in a century.
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- Published Date: 02:13 | 06 April 2023
- Modified Date: 02:16 | 06 April 2023
The hybrid solar eclipse has been named Ningalooo and is one of the most important for this 2023, as it will completely darken the sky for several hours.
What is a hybrid solar eclipse?
NASA assured that hybrid solar eclipses are caused by the curvature of the Earth, since it can change between annular and total as the Moon moves. This phenomenon occurs twice during a century.
"The Moon is just the right distance from Earth so that the apex of its cone-shaped shadow is slightly above the Earth's surface at the beginning and end of the eclipse path, making the shadow antenumbral of the Moon to move across the Earth and cause an annular eclipse. However, in the middle of the eclipse path, the apex of the Moon's umbra shadow hits the Earth's surface because that part of the planet is a little closer to the Moon.
When to see the hybrid solar eclipse?
The hybrid solar eclipse is about to occur and will take place on April 19 and 20, depending on the area of the planet where you are.
However, you may not be able to enjoy it with the naked eye, since it will be seen, mainly, on the coasts of Australia. It can also be seen in Papua, Indonesia; New Zealand and New Guinea.
Where to see the hybrid solar eclipse?
You will be able to follow the full coverage through NASA's digital platforms and on its website. Likewise, the live broadcast will be through its YouTube channel on April 20.