A 35-day eclipse season is currently underway as the Sun, Earth, and Moon line up in space, bringing two major celestial events within just over a fortnight of each other, This orbital alignment window occurs roughly every six months.
Total Solar Eclipse Path and Viewing Details
A total solar eclipse will take place on 12 August, when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun.
The August Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse
Later in the month, on the night of 27-28 August, the Earth will pass between the Sun and the Moon to create a partial lunar eclipse visible over Europe, Africa, North America, and South America. over 96 per cent of the Moon will pass into Earth’s shadow. For observers in the UK, the phenomenon will appear low in the western sky shortly before setting at dawn on 28 August.
Did You Know? The 27-28 August lunar eclipse will obscure more than 96 percent of the Moon in Earth’s shadow, making it the best lunar eclipse visible globally until December 2028.
Simultaneous Meteor Showers During the August Alignment
The middle of August holds a double feature for stargazers. On 12 August—the exact same day as the total solar eclipse—the Perseid meteor shower reaches its annual peak.
Looking Ahead to the 2027 Eclipse Season
The celestial alignment cycle continues into early 2027. The next eclipse season will begin on 6 February 2027, featuring an annular ‘ring of fire’ solar eclipse over South America and Africa. That event will be followed by a penumbral lunar eclipse on the night of 20-21 February 2027, visible across Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia. Additionally, a major total solar eclipse is scheduled for 2 August 2027, passing over Spain and North Africa. event will produce the longest duration of any solar eclipse visible from land until 2114.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an eclipse season?
An eclipse season is a distinct orbital alignment window occurring roughly every six months when the Sun, Earth, and Moon line up closely enough in space to produce multiple solar and lunar eclipses within a span of approximately 35 days.
Where will the August total solar eclipse be visible?
The path of totality for the 12 August total solar eclipse will sweep from Greenland down to Spain.
When is the next total solar eclipse after 2025?
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