Eclipses
Eclipses in 2026
There are 4 eclipses in 2026. 2 can be seen at least in part from the UK.
2026 eclipse list
| Date | Eclipse | From the UK |
|---|---|---|
| 17 February 2026 | Annular solar eclipse | Not visible |
| 3 March 2026 | Total lunar eclipse | Not visible |
| 12 August 2026 | Total solar eclipse | Partial, 91% |
| 28 August 2026 | Partial lunar eclipse | Visible |
Why eclipses come in pairs
Eclipses happen when a new or full moon falls near the points where the moon's tilted orbit crosses Earth's. That lines up about every six months in 'eclipse seasons', so a solar and a lunar eclipse usually arrive about two weeks apart.
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