Solar Eclipse 2026: What North America will see tonight, what time it starts
On August 12, 2026 a partial solar eclipse will be visible across parts of North America and most of Canada. While Europe will experience a total solar eclipse, North America will only see a partial obscuration of the Sun. The event coincides with the Perseid meteor shower, offering multiple celestial displays that month.
- ▪The eclipse occurs on August 12, 2026, when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun.
- ▪North America will see a partial eclipse rather than totality.
- ▪Most of Canada and parts of the United States will have visibility of the event.
- ▪Europe will experience a total solar eclipse at the same time.
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Home > Science Solar Eclipse 2026: What North America will see tonight, what time it starts Parts of Europe will experience a total solar eclipse, but what will North America see? By Lois Mackenzie Lois Mackenzie Lois Mackenzie is a freelance reporter at Mashable. Over the years she has written for many publications, covering everything from the local news to the best pair of running shoes. You can find bylines in publications including Fit&Well, Metro, and Coach magazine, usually covering deals on everything from earbuds to TVs, or guides on how to beat your half marathon time.
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