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Skywatchers are preparing for one of the major astronomical events of 2026. A total solar eclipse will take place on August 12, 2026, sending the Moon’s shadow across parts of the Arctic, North Atlantic and Europe. People inside a narrow path will experience totality, while a much larger area across North America and northwestern Africa will see a partial eclipse.<\/p>\n

When Will the August 12 Eclipse Occur?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The eclipse will occur on August 12. It will move across different regions over several hours, so there is no single eclipse time that applies to every location. NASA’s detailed calculations show the path of totality beginning in the far north at around 17:02 UTC, with the greatest eclipse occurring at approximately 17:45:54 UTC. The maximum duration of totality along the central path will be about 2 minutes and 18 seconds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Local timings will vary significantly. Travelers and skywatchers should therefore check the eclipse timing for their exact location rather than using one global time.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Happens During Totality?<\/b><\/h3>\n

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun and completely blocks the Sun for observers inside a narrow area called the path of totality. During totality, daytime briefly becomes much darker and the Sun’s outer atmosphere, known as the corona, becomes visible around the Moon. Outside the path of totality, observers may see a partial eclipse instead, where the Moon covers only part of the Sun.<\/span><\/p>\n

Where Will Totality Be Visible?<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Moon’s path of totality will cross a narrow section of the Northern Hemisphere. According to NASA, the path of totality will pass across:<\/span><\/p>\n