This information was condensed from an article by Jocelyn Mercado.
On Friday, March 20, 2015, three extraordinary celestial events converge: the March equinox (beginning of spring), a total solar eclipse, and a New Moon, which is also a Super Moon.
Equinox and Solar Eclipse
We are fortunate to live in a century in which the equinox and solar eclipse will converge four times. The last solar eclipse during the March equinox was in 1681. After the 21st century, the next occurrence will be in the year 2387, so this is truly a rare event.
Safety Factor
Please remember that safety is important when looking at or toward the sun. Eye protection is mandatory when watching a solar eclipse.
Solar Eclipse and New Moon/Super Moon
A solar eclipse can only happen during a New Moon, when the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth, casting its shadow over the sun. The combination is especially powerful this month because the New Moon is also a Super Moon, meaning the moon is at its closest orbital approach to Earth. The Super Moon appears larger than an ordinary moon. It also presents the greatest gravitational pull on our oceans and tides.