The March equinox, marking the start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, will take place on Tuesday in the UAE. On March 11, day and night will be of equal length, each lasting exactly 12 hours, according to the Emirates Astronomy Society. After this date, days will gradually become longer and warmer, leading into summer. The autumn season is expected to begin in September.

Upcoming Eclipses in 2025

Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, shared details about two major astronomical events coming up this year:

Total Lunar Eclipse – March 14, 2025

• A total lunar eclipse will occur on the night of March 14.
• It will be visible across the Americas but not in the UAE or the Arabian Peninsula.
• This event coincides with the full moon and falls during Ramadan, making it special for those following the lunar calendar.

Partial Solar Eclipse – March 29, 2025

• A partial solar eclipse will take place on March 29.
• It will be visible in parts of North America, Europe, and the North Pole but not in the UAE.
• The eclipse aligns with the birth of the new crescent moon for Shawwal, which is significant in the Islamic calendar.

While these celestial events won’t be visible in the UAE, they remain important events for astronomy enthusiasts worldwide.

(Source: KT)