Abstract
This study investigates the ionospheric response to the December 26, 2019 annular solar eclipse over the southern tip of the Asia region, focusing on Malaysia, Sumatra, and Singapore. Utilizing data from GPS stations and ionosondes along the eclipse path, variations in Total Electron Content (TEC) and ionospheric foF2 parameters were analysed to assess the eclipse's impact. Results indicate a slight northward depletion of TEC, possibly linked to the Equatorial Ionization Anomaly (EIA), with up to −30% of depletions observed across all sites. Time delays in TEC and foF2 parameter responses suggest the influence of recombination and photochemical processes. Differences in depletion percentages between TEC and foF2 parameters may stem from production rate reductions during the eclipse. Post-sunset enhancements in TEC and foF2 parameters suggest the formation of ionospheric plasma blobs associated with Travelling Ionospheric Disturbances (TIDs) during the eclipse. While consistent with trends observed in prior studies, the study's findings highlight regional variations in ionospheric effects. This study enhances our understanding of ionospheric dynamics during solar eclipses and paves the way for further exploration in this area.
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