Solar Eclipse
Wed 12 Aug
|Location is TBD
The UK will experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday 12 August. The extent of the Sun’s coverage and the timing of maximum obscuration will differ across the country. Local weather conditions may impact viewing opportunities, so it’s worth checking the forecast in advance 🌦️
Time & Location
12 Aug 2026, 19:00 – 19:30
Location is TBD
About the event
The UK will experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday 12 August.
The extent of the Sun’s coverage and the timing of maximum obscuration will differ across the country. Local weather conditions may impact viewing opportunities, so it’s worth checking the forecast in advance
Northeast Scotland will have around 88% covered just before 7pm, whilst in the far southwest of England there will be around 96% coverage just after 7:15pm.
Never look directly at the sun; use a pinhole projector or certified eclipse glasses to view it.