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What to know about the total solar eclipse due in August

A rare total solar eclipse is set to cross Europe on August 12, 2026, featuring a unique totality occurring at sunset.

By · Published July 15, 2026 at 11:26 UTC · Updated July 15, 2026 at 22:24 UTC

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Questions people are asking

When is the total solar eclipse occurring?

The eclipse is scheduled for August 12, 2026.

Which regions are expected to have the best views?

Coverage highlights Spain, the UK, and West Mayo as prime locations, with specific mentions of Peñíscola and various corners of Spain.

What other astronomical event coincides with the eclipse?

The Times of India reports that the Perseid meteor shower will align with the solar eclipse on the same day.

What happened

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, with significant visibility across Europe, including the UK, Spain, and West Mayo. This event coincides with the Perseid meteor shower. In Spain, some areas like Sierra Espuña are closing roads to manage the influx of visitors.

Coverage from Sky News and The Washington Post emphasizes that this is Europe's first total solar eclipse in nearly 30 years. CNET and BBC Sky at Night Magazine highlight the rarity of a sunset totality. Other reports from The Local Spain and Toronto Star focus on the surge of tourism in Spanish regions.

Attention is now turning to visibility predictions and citizen science projects, according to New Scientist and The Connexion. While some US coverage from Forbes and Detroit Free Press discusses American visibility, reports indicate the view in Michigan will not be impressive.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 42d ago.

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