Next Solar Eclipse Date, Time & Details
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, partially or completely blocking sunlight. It happens during a new moon and can be total, partial, or annular. In astrology, a solar eclipse is a powerful Sun–Moon conjunction linked to Rahu and Ketu, often associated with major changes and new beginnings.
Next solar eclipse is on 12 Aug 2026
Solar Eclipse — 12 Aug 2026
Quick Facts
| Date | 12 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Greatest eclipse UTC | 17:45:57 |
| Local time in Kolkata | 12 Aug 2026, 23:15:57 |
| Type | Total |
| Saros | 126 |
| Saros member | 48 |
| Magnitude | 1.04 |
| Obscuration | 100% |
| Overall duration | 4 hours, 23 minutes |
| Central duration | 1 hours, 35 minutes |
| Path width | -132.5 km |
| Greatest point | 65.1585° N, 25.134° W |
Vedic Snapshot
| Moon rashi | Cancer (26.9°) |
|---|---|
| Moon nakshatra | Ashlesha, Pada 4 |
| Moon sidereal longitude | 116.8981° |
| Sun rashi | Cancer (25.82°) |
| Sun sidereal longitude | 115.8189° |
| Visible in Kolkata | No, below the horizon |
| Altitude at greatest moment | -52.1° |
| Visibility note | Best seen from locations inside the eclipse path or partial visibility region while the Sun is above the horizon. |
Solar Eclipse Stages Worldwide
| Stage | UTC Time | Local Time in Kolkata | Visible in Kolkata |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 12 Aug 2026, 15:34:31 | 12 Aug 2026, 21:04:31 | No, below the horizon |
| Central phase begins | 12 Aug 2026, 16:58:06 | 12 Aug 2026, 22:28:06 | No, below the horizon |
| Maximum Eclipse | 12 Aug 2026, 17:45:57 | 12 Aug 2026, 23:15:57 | No, below the horizon |
| Central phase ends | 12 Aug 2026, 18:34:01 | 13 Aug 2026, 00:04:01 | No, below the horizon |
| Eclipse ends | 12 Aug 2026, 19:57:57 | 13 Aug 2026, 01:27:57 | No, below the horizon |
