# 2020s total solar eclipses > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2020s-total-solar-eclipses > Updated: 2026-09-16T14:21:50.000Z. Sources: 222. Developments: 13. The August 2024 total solar eclipse crossed Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, and Portugal. This event belonged to Saros series 126, which will produce another notable eclipse on 2 August 2027. On 12 August 2026, a total solar eclipse swept across the Northern Hemisphere, including Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, and parts of the Iberian Peninsula. In Spain, the event marked the first total solar eclipse visible in mainland Spain since 1905. In Mallorca, approximately 18,000 spectators gathered at Son Bou beach, prompting local authorities to implement travel prohibitions to manage crowds. In the United Kingdom, the event was the most dramatic seen in nearly three decades, though it was followed by a 650 per cent increase in searches for ‘sore eyes’ amid warnings to use proper ISO 12312-2 solar eclipse glasses. Looking forward, a significant total solar eclipse is scheduled for 2 August 2027. It is expected to be the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century, with a maximum duration of approximately 6 minutes and 23 seconds. This event establishes a record for the longest duration of solar blockage measured on Earth between 1991 and 2114. The path of totality will cross southern Spain, North Africa, and the Middle East, including Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Somalia. In Luxor, Egypt, the duration of totality is estimated to reach approximately 6 minutes and 22 seconds. This extraordinary duration is attributed to the Earth being near aphelion while the Moon is near perigee. Observers may witness phenomena such as ‘Baily’s beads’, the ‘Diamond Ring’ effect, and the visibility of the solar corona. A subsequent partial solar eclipse is projected for 26 January 2028. ## Claims - A total solar eclipse will occur on 12 August 2026. (disputed by 34 sources) - A partial solar eclipse occurred on August 12, 2026. (disputed by 3 sources) - Special ISO 12312‑2 certified eclipse glasses are required for safe viewing. (corroborated by 18 sources) - Totality will last up to two minutes and 18 seconds. (corroborated by 16 sources) - Six neighboring planets will form an arc in the sky before dawn on the day of the eclipse. (corroborated by 16 sources) - A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible over Spain, Iceland and Greenland. (corroborated by 15 sources) - The eclipse’s shadow will travel about 5,130 miles across the Atlantic. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Maximum totality will occur off Iceland’s west coast. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Partial eclipse will be visible across northern US, Canada, much of Europe and West Africa. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Eclipse mapmaker Michael Zeiler will observe the eclipse from a cruise ship in a Greenland fjord. (corroborated by 9 sources) - A solar eclipse will occur on 12 August 2026, visible as a total eclipse in Spain, Iceland and Greenland and as a partial eclipse in Italy. (corroborated by 8 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-16: 2027 total solar eclipse to be longest of the century On August 2, 2027, the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century will occur, reaching a peak of 6 minutes and 22 seconds near Luxor, Egypt. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/2027-total-solar-eclipse-to-be-longest-of-the-century ### 2026-09-12: Solar eclipse of 2027 to be the longest of the 21st century The longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century will occur on August 2, 2027, visible in parts of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, while other regions will see a partial eclipse. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-of-2027-to-be-the-longest-of-the-21st-century ### 2026-09-08: Total solar eclipse of 2027 to feature extended duration On August 2, 2027, a major total solar eclipse will cross Spain, Africa, and the Middle East, with Luxor, Egypt, seeing over 6 minutes of totality. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/total-solar-eclipse-of-2027-to-feature-extended-duration ### 2026-08-22: Astronomical events sweep across Spain, Ireland, and Peru Recent and upcoming astronomical events, including a major solar eclipse in Spain and Ireland and a partial lunar eclipse on August 28, are drawing significant global interest. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-sweeps-across-europe-with-high-visibility-in-ireland-and-spain ### 2026-08-18: Solar eclipse draws massive crowds and social reflection A recent solar eclipse drew massive crowds, including 18,000 people to Son Bou beach, while prompting discussions on social impact and local travel restrictions in Mallorca. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-draws-massive-crowds-and-social-reflection ### 2026-08-16: Solar eclipse draws crowds across the United Kingdom A partial solar eclipse drew crowds across the UK, including at Stonehenge and Edinburgh, followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Google saw a spike in ‘sore eyes’ searches post-event. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-draws-crowds-across-the-united-kingdom ### 2026-08-12: Solar eclipse of August 12 triggers scientific study and rare ISS sighting The August 12, 2026, solar eclipse featured rare sightings of the ISS silhouetted against the sun and inspired the SOLARIS project to monitor human physiological responses via smartwatches. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-occurs-globally-with-rare-iss-sighting ### 2026-08-12: Solar eclipse coverage dominates French television programming French television networks provided extensive special coverage of the near-total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, featuring live reports and expert analysis from France and Spain. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-coverage-dominates-french-television-programming ### 2026-08-12: Solar eclipse observed by millions across Northern Hemisphere Millions across the Northern Hemisphere observed a major solar eclipse, causing widespread shortages of protective eyewear as people sought to view the event safely. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-observed-by-millions-across-northern-hemisphere ### 2026-08-12: Total solar eclipse sweeps across Europe and Greenland A total solar eclipse swept across Europe, Greenland, and Iceland on August 12, 2026, with observers in Spain and Iceland witnessing totality as the Moon obscured the Sun. 36 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-captured-by-passengers-on-flight-to-spain ### 2026-08-09: Solar eclipse visible across Europe triggers safety warnings and energy concerns A partial solar eclipse on August 12 will be visible across Europe, prompting eye safety warnings and concerns over temporary drops in solar energy production in the UK. 44 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-and-meteor-shower-to-be-visible-in-sweden ### 2026-07-30: Total Solar Eclipse on August 12 2026 Darkens Spain, Iceland and Greenland On 12 Aug 2026 a total solar eclipse will cross Spain, Iceland and Greenland, lasting up to 2 min 18 s; a deep partial eclipse will be seen across Europe, the UK, North America and West Africa. Safe viewing – e 89 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/august-12-total-solar-eclipse-to-cross-spain-iceland-and-greenland ### 2026-07-27: NASA to study August 2026 total solar eclipse with high‑altitude jets and balloons NASA will use WB‑57 jets and balloons to study the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse over Greenland, Iceland, Spain and more, timed with the Perseid meteor shower and a six‑planet alignment. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nasa-to-study-august-2026-total-solar-eclipse-with-highaltitude-jets-and-balloons --- Cite as: 2020s total solar eclipses. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/2020s-total-solar-eclipses