Partial Solar Eclipse to Grace US and Canada on August 12, 2026
Partial Solar Eclipse to Grace US and Canada on August 12, 2026
US · Published Aug 11, 2026
• A partial solar eclipse will be visible across parts of the United States and most of Canada on August 12,
• According to NASA, the eclipse will occur from morning to afternoon, depending on the location. The event will be most noticeable in Alaska and northeastern US, with Fairbanks, Alaska, experiencing the deepest partial eclipse at 37% coverage. In Canada, St. John's, Newfoundland, will see the highest coverage at 53%. The path of totality, where the Moon completely covers the Sun, will pass through Greenland, Iceland, and parts of Europe, including Spain and Portugal. This marks mainland Europe's first total solar eclipse since 1999.

Impact & Risks

The eclipse will provide a rare opportunity for skywatchers in North America to witness a celestial event, though it will only be partial in the US and Canada. Observers must use certified solar-viewing glasses or safe solar filters to avoid eye damage. The event is expected to draw significant public interest, especially in areas with higher coverage, such as Alaska and eastern Canada. However, improper viewing methods could lead to serious eye injuries.

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