A total solar eclipse will take place on August 12, 2026, giving skywatchers in several countries a rare chance to see the Moon completely cover the Sun.
The path of totality will pass over Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, the Atlantic Ocean, Spain, and a small part of Portugal. People located in the center of the Moon’s shadow will be able to witness the full total solar eclipse.
Many other regions in the Northern Hemisphere will see a partial solar eclipse on the same day. These include parts of the northern United States, from Alaska to North Carolina, most of Canada, much of Europe, and parts of northwestern Africa.
For viewers in mainland Europe and Africa, the eclipse will happen close to sunset in some areas. This means the Sun may set while it is still partially covered, creating a rare sunset eclipse view.
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun’s face for viewers in the narrow path of totality.
The eclipse will not be visible from Pakistan, as the path of totality will pass through other regions. People in Pakistan will have to watch it through live streams or online coverage.
People planning to watch the eclipse should use proper solar eclipse glasses or safe viewing equipment, as looking directly at the Sun can cause serious eye damage.
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