Solar Eclipse 2020: Date, Timings, Significance and Effects On Zodiac Signs

December 14 brings the last of the eclipses of 2020. A total solar eclipse will occur on this date and it will last in India for around five hours. The solar eclipse takes place when the moon passes between the sun and the earth and blocks out the sun. The last solar eclipse or Surya Grahan of the year will best be visible from Chile and parts of Argentina in South America. An annular solar eclipse occurred on June 21 and on December 14 we shall have a total solar eclipse.

Here is all you need to know about Solar Eclipse’ Time, Date and Effects on Zodiac Signs:

Date and Time:

The last of 2020 eclipse will be a Solar Eclipse and it will occur on December 14. According to timeanddate.com, the partial eclipse will begin at 19:04 IST on December 14 whereas the full eclipse will begin at 20:02 IST. The solar eclipse will peak at 21:43 and end at 00:23 IST on December 15.

Places where it can be seen:

The total solar eclipse will be witnessed in the southern regions of South America and south-west Africa, whereas a partial eclipse will most likely be visible from Antarctica. Sadly the solar eclipse will take place in the late evening and therefore, it will not be visible to people in India and South Asia.

Things to do during Solar Eclipse:

Take a bath before the beginning of Eclipse and resolve to recite Mantra.

Worship your favourite god (Isht Dev) or goddess.

Worshipping Lord Sun during and after the Solar Eclipse is considered to be beneficial.
You can also recite any Mantra of Lord Sun.

Chant these mantras:

तमोमय महाभीम सोमसूर्यविमर्दन। हेमताराप्रदानेन मम शान्तिप्रदो भव॥१॥

tamomaya mahābhīma somasūryavimardana। hematārāpradānena mama śāntiprado bhava॥1॥

ॐ आदित्याय विदमहे दिवाकराय धीमहि तन्नो: सूर्य: प्रचोदयात।/

oṃ ādityāya vidamahe divākarāya dhīmahi tanno: sūrya: pracodayāta।

Make Donations to the needy.

Take a bath after Eclipse gets over.

But Since the Surya Grahan will not be visible in India, rituals followed by Hindus will not be applicable, according to drikpanchang.com.

Effect of Solar Eclipse On Your Zodiac Sign:

Aries
Your opponents will be strong and you will remain worried without any reason. Spiritual thoughts will prove beneficial to remove negativity.

Taurus

You and your partner may face health issues. You may even face financial challenges. Invest carefully and do not lend money to anyone.

Gemini
The Solar Eclipse will cause health problems. Be careful towards your opponents and keep everything in your heart.

Cancer
The Solar Eclipse will raise your expenses. If you are in love with someone, the time will be unfavourable.

Leo
The Solar Eclipse will help you to succeed in your works. Your confidence level will enhance and finances too will be better.

Virgo

This Eclipse will prove to be favourable financially. There will be positive changes in your life and you will succeed in your workplace.

Libra

You might face some financial challenges. Avoid investing money and try to win hearts through voice.

Scorpio

You need to be careful about your health as there might be possibilities to meet with an accident. Try to adapt to positive changes in life.

Sagittarius

There will be an increase in expenses and you also need to be careful towards your health as it may affect your health.

Capricorn

There will be possibilities of financial benefits and you will progress. But there might be problems pertaining to health.

Aquarius

There will be chances of success. But you will succeed only after coming out from mental stress.

Pisces
The Eclipse might cause loss of respect. Visiting a pilgrimage will provide you with mental peace.

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