Here's where you want to be to see the 2026 solar eclipse

Deven McClure· Aug 2, 2026 · 5:30 PM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 6 views

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The 2026 solar eclipse is a significant event for astronomy fans, marking the first total solar eclipse since 2024 and coinciding with the annual Perseid meteor shower. This eclipse will be longer than usual due to the lunar perigee, where the moon appears larger because it's at the closest point in its orbit to Earth. The best places to view the eclipse are western Iceland and northern Spain, with several cities in these regions offering a full view of the event.

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▪The 2026 solar eclipse will occur on August 12 and will be visible in various parts of the world, including Spain, Iceland, Canada, the United States, and Europe.
▪The eclipse will be longer than usual due to the lunar perigee, where the moon appears larger because it's at the closest point in its orbit to Earth.
▪Viewers in Spain and Iceland will have the best view of the eclipse, with the full eclipse lasting longest in Látrabjargi, Iceland.
▪It's only safe to look directly at a solar eclipse during the brief period of totality, and specialized eclipse glasses or solar viewers are required for eye protection.

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Tomorrow Space Here's where you want to be to see the 2026 solar eclipse If you want the best view, you'll need to travel to Spain or Iceland. By Deven McClure Aug. 2, 2026 1:30 pm EST Sirbouman/Shutterstock The 2026 solar eclipse on August 12 is a big day for astronomy fans: not only does it mark the first total solar eclipse since 2024, it also coincides with the annual Perseid meteor shower. This eclipse also stands out by being longer than usual due to it coinciding with lunar perigee, which is when the moon appears larger because it's at the closest point in its orbit to Earth. Though not everywhere in the world will be able to experience the eclipse, many locales will get at least partial sun coverage.

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