The 2nd solar eclipse of 2026 occurs on Wed 12th August 2026, when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, completely or partially obscuring the image of the Sun for an observer on Earth. This is a special moment when the apparent diameter of the Moon is larger than that of the Sun, blocking all direct sunlight, turning the day into darkness. The totality lies in a narrow path across the Earth’s surface, with the partial solar eclipse visible over an area surrounding t