What to know about the total solar eclipse on August 12
Summary
On August 12, a total solar eclipse will be visible across parts of northern Spain and other areas, the first such eclipse seen on mainland Europe since 2006. During this event, the Moon will cover the Sun completely for a short time, creating a brief period of darkness during the day.Key Facts
- A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves directly between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on Earth.
- This eclipse will start in northern Russia and move over Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and northeastern Portugal.
- In northern Spain, the eclipse will last just under two minutes, causing darkness shortly before sunset.
- Partial solar eclipses will be visible for about one hour and 45 minutes across much of Europe, Canada, northern U.S., and northwest Africa.
- The Sun appears blocked because it is about 400 times larger than the Moon but also about 400 times farther away, making their apparent sizes in the sky nearly equal.
- It is important to wear special eclipse glasses to protect your eyes, as looking directly at the Sun can cause serious eye damage.
- Total solar eclipses are rare for any given area; the same place may wait hundreds of years before seeing another one.
- Another total solar eclipse will cross southern Spain in 2027 and will last longer than this one.
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