Is there a solar eclipse next year? Here’s what to know and how to see it

SpaceTravel
13 Aug 2026 • 2:04 AM MYT
The Independent
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Is there a solar eclipse next year? Here’s what to know and how to see it

  • Travellers gathered in Spain, Iceland, Greenland and Portugal to view a total solar eclipse, with partial views visible across the UK and parts of North America.
  • A rare total solar eclipse, dubbed the eclipse of the century, is set to occur on 2 August 2027.
  • The path of totality in 2027 will pass through southern Spain, Gibraltar, North Africa, the Middle East and parts of East Africa.
  • Luxor in Egypt is expected to see the longest duration of totality, lasting approximately six minutes and 22 seconds.
  • Space agencies have advised spectators to follow safety guidelines and wear specialised protective glasses during the event.

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