Solar Eclipse Dates 2026

A solar eclipse (Surya Grahan) occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking some or all of the Sun's light. Vedic tradition treats Surya Grahan as an astrologically significant period -- many observe a fast, avoid eating, and refrain from starting new ventures during the eclipse window, with pregnant women traditionally advised to stay indoors. Direct viewing without proper eye protection is never safe, regardless of the eclipse type.
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All times shown in: Asia/Kolkata

Date Type Begins Max Eclipse Ends Action
17-Feb-2026 Tuesday Annular
(Central) 		03:26 PM 05:41 PM 07:57 PM
12-Aug-2026 Wednesday Total
(Central) 		09:04 PM 11:15 PM 01:27 AM

Note: Begin/End times above reflect the eclipse's global first and last contact -- the earliest and latest moments it is visible anywhere on Earth. Visibility, and exact local timings, from any specific city are not yet calculated on this page. Never view a solar eclipse directly without certified eclipse glasses or filters.

Solar Eclipse โ€“ Types & Significance

Annular Solar Eclipse (17-Feb-2026)

An Annular Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to fully cover the Sun, leaving a bright ring ('ring of fire') visible around the Moon's silhouette at maximum eclipse.

Total Solar Eclipse (12-Aug-2026)

A Total Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun's disc, briefly revealing the solar corona and turning day into darkness along a narrow path on Earth. This is considered the most astrologically potent type of Surya Grahan.

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