Science TechnologyWednesday, 12 August 2026·The Hindu - National
Total solar eclipse on Aug 12, 2026 will not be visible in India; Spain lies on path of totality
A total solar eclipse occurs on August 12, 2026, but it will not be visible from India because it happens at night IST.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On August 12, 2026, a solar eclipse will occur at 15:34 GMT, which corresponds to 9:04 p.m. IST, and India will not be able to see it because the event happens at night.
Key specifics
- The eclipse date is August 12, 2026, with the start time at 15:34 GMT.
- In Indian Standard Time, the eclipse timing is 9:04 p.m. IST.
- The moon’s shadow can cover the sun for up to 2 minutes and 18 seconds.
- Spain will lie on the path of totality, and mainland Europe will see a total solar eclipse for the first time since 1999.
- Parts of western Europe, northwestern Africa and the U.S. will see a partial solar eclipse.
Exam lens
Question type: science and astronomy, eclipse-type and timing match. Key facts: August 12, 2026, 15:34 GMT, 9:04 p.m. IST, path of totality, Spain. TNPSC one-liner: distinguish total, partial and annular eclipses with the given date and time.