Eclipses in 2026
Eclipse seasons
- 17 February–3 MarchAnnular solar eclipse and total lunar eclipse
- 12–28 AugustTotal solar eclipse and partial lunar eclipse
— annular solar eclipse
The annular path crosses Antarctica. A partial eclipse is visible in parts of southern Africa and South America.
- MaximumSun in Aquarius
- Seen from New York, New York timenot visible
— total lunar eclipse
Visible where the Moon is above the horizon, including parts of eastern Asia, Australia, the Pacific and the Americas.
- MaximumMoon in Virgo
- Total phase–
- Partial phase–
- Penumbral phase–
- Seen from New York, New York timestart visible; the Moon then sets
— total solar eclipse
The total eclipse path crosses Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. A partial eclipse is visible across parts of Europe, northern Africa and western Asia.
- MaximumSun in Leo
- Seen from New York, New York timepartial, 9% of the Sun covered, 13:08–14:39, maximum at 13:54
— partial lunar eclipse
Visible from parts of the Americas, Europe and Africa where the Moon is above the horizon. Visibility near sunrise depends on location.
- MaximumMoon in Pisces
- Partial phase–
- Penumbral phase–
- Seen from New York, New York timevisible throughout
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What is an eclipse season?
Eclipses happen when the Sun, Earth and Moon align closely. A solar eclipse happens at new moon when the Moon passes in front of the Sun. A lunar eclipse happens at full moon when the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow.
Eclipses occur in eclipse seasons, roughly six months apart. Two, and sometimes three, eclipses can occur within about five weeks. The date ranges shown here span the first and last listed eclipse of each group; they are not a precise definition of the astronomical season’s boundaries. Some astrological traditions treat these weeks as a period for reflection and change.
A solar eclipse’s total or annular phase is visible only along a narrow path; a partial eclipse can be seen across a much wider area. A lunar eclipse can be observed where the Moon is above the horizon, subject to weather and local timing.
Never look at the Sun through ordinary sunglasses or unfiltered binoculars, cameras or telescopes. Use proper solar viewing equipment. The calendar does not determine when it is safe to remove eye protection.
How we calculate
Dates and times are calculated by our own software using the positions of the Sun, Moon and planets. Interactive views use your selected city and its time zone. Reference tables state their fixed time zone separately. Astrological ratings and interpretations describe traditions, not scientifically established effects.