Space
Total Solar Eclipse Released
Wed, August 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM UTC
Released
Wed, August 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM UTC
59 days ago
The total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly between Earth and the sun, blocking direct sunlight. In addition to the primary path of totality, visibility of the eclipse is reported across a small section of Portugal.
Details
- Location
- Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia
Release information
Free online livestreams of the event are expected to be available through several space and astronomical organizations, including NASA, the European Space Agency, the Royal Observatory Greenwich, Time and Date, and The Virtual Telescope Project.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Total Solar Eclipse?
- Total Solar Eclipse will occur on Wed, August 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM UTC.
- What time does Total Solar Eclipse 2026 release in my timezone?
- The countdown on this page converts Total Solar Eclipse 2026 to your local time automatically, so the clock always reflects your own timezone.
Last updated: 9/4/2026
