Solar Eclipse (Surya Grahan) 2026
Witness the cosmic shadow. Find the precise Visibility, Contact Times, and Sutak duration for Solar Eclipses in Columbus.
Quick Summary (Key Takeaways)
- Concept: Occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun.
- Sutak Rule: Usually begins 12 hours before the eclipse contact (Sparsha).
- Dos & Don'ts: Avoid eating, cooking, and sleeping. Chant Surya Mantras or Gayatri Mantra.
- Pregnancy: Strictly advised to stay indoors and avoid using sharp objects (knives/scissors).
Check Eclipse Visibility in Your City
2026 Visible eclipses in Columbus
| Ketu Grastha Partial Eclipse Date and Time in Columbus Date: August 12, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Partial Phase Start | August 12, 2026, 1:21 PM |
| Maximum Eclipse | August 12, 2026, 1:40 PM |
| Partial Phase End | August 12, 2026, 1:59 PM |
| Visible Start (Local) | August 12, 2026, 1:21 PM |
| Visible End (Local) | August 12, 2026, 1:59 PM |
| Total Visible Duration | 0h 38m |
| Visibility Notes | This eclipse is visible as it occurs during the daytime when the sun is in the sky. Solar eclipses should not be viewed without proper equipment. Safety: Do not look directly at the Sun without proper solar filters (ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses); use indirect methods. Regular sunglasses are not safe. |
| Sutak (Inauspicious Period) Start (General) | August 12, 2026, 1:21 AM |
| Sutak (Inauspicious Period) Start (Children/Sick/Elderly) | August 12, 2026, 10:21 AM |
| Sutak End | August 12, 2026, 1:59 PM |
| Moon Sign (at Maximum Eclipse) | Cancer (Karka) Rashi |
| Moon Nakshatra (at Maximum Eclipse) | Ashlesha |
| Astrological Advisory The eclipse occurs in Ashlesha Nakshatra, Cancer Rashi. Good for: Taurus (3th), Virgo (11th), Libra (10th), Aquarius (6th). Average for: Gemini (2th), Scorpio (9th), Capricorn (7th), Pisces (5th). Difficult for: Aries (4th), Cancer (1th) (Birth Sign), Leo (12th), Sagittarius (8th). General Advice: During an eclipse, chanting mantras received from a guru, reciting hymns dedicated to one's chosen deity, or engaging in meditation, chanting, and donation can yield auspicious results. Avoid performing auspicious ceremonies during the eclipse, as it is not advisable according to scriptures. Scroll down to read the eclipse results for your zodiac sign. | |
Vedic Glossary: Understanding Eclipse Terms
To interpret the timings correctly, understand these Sanskrit terms used in the Panchangam.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Sparsha | First Contact. The moment the eclipse begins. |
| Madhya | Maximum Eclipse. The peak darkness. |
| Moksha | Release. The moment the eclipse ends. |
| Sutak | Period of impurity. Begins 12 hours (4 Prahars) before Sparsha. |
| Grahana Vedha | The subtle onset of the eclipse energy (often synonymous with Sutak). |
Astrological Effects on Your Rashi (Moon Sign)
A Solar Eclipse impacts the Soul (Atma), Father, and Career. The effect depends on which house the eclipse falls in relative to your Moon Sign (Janma Rashi).
- 1st House (Self): Health issues, anxiety, loss of confidence. Remedy: Chant Aditya Hridayam.
- 2nd House (Wealth): Financial loss, eye trouble, harsh speech. Remedy: Donate wheat or jaggery.
- 3rd House (Siblings): Success, courage, victory over enemies. (Good)
- 4th House (Comforts): Mother's health issues, domestic unhappiness, vehicle trouble.
- 5th House (Progeny): Worry about children, stock market loss, mental confusion.
- 6th House (Enemies): Victory over debts and diseases, success in service. (Good)
- 7th House (Spouse): Marital discord, business partnership trouble.
- 8th House (Longevity): Sudden accidents, fear, chronic health issues. (Very Bad)
- 9th House (Luck): Misfortune, father's health issues, delay in travel.
- 10th House (Career): Job stress, conflict with boss, loss of reputation.
- 11th House (Gains): Unexpected profits, fulfillment of desires. (Good)
- 12th House (Loss): High expenses, sleep disorders, hospitalization.
Data Accuracy: Calculations are based on NASA's JPL Ephemerides (DE431) and the Swiss Ephemeris, verified by Vedic Astrologer Sri Santhosh Kumar Sharma.
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