In 2026, there are two solar eclipses scheduled as the Earth, moon, and sun align in their orbits. However, neither of these will be visible from India — meaning skywatchers in india won’t see the sun being eclipsed locally.
🔭 1. february 17, 2026 — Annular Solar Eclipse
- 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- ☀️ Type: Annular Solar Eclipse (also known as a “Ring of Fire”) — during which the Moon covers the center of the Sun but not its edges, leaving a bright ring visible around the Moon.
- 🌍 Where visible: This eclipse’s path of annularity (where you see the ring effect) passes mainly over remote regions, including Antarctica and some parts over oceans. It will also be seen partially from other southern parts of the globe.
- 🇮🇳 India visibility: This eclipse will not be visible from India — residents here won’t see the sun partially covered locally, so no traditional eclipse viewing or Sutak period applies.
👉 Even though it’s not visible in india, astronomy enthusiasts can still watch online through livestreams from observatories or space agencies.
🌒 2. august 12, 2026 — Total Solar Eclipse
- 📅 Date: August 12, 2026
- ☀️ Type: Total Solar Eclipse — where the moon completely blocks the Sun’s disk along a narrow path.
- 🌍 Where visible: This total eclipse will be visible along parts of Greenland, Iceland, and northern Spain, with partial visibility in parts of europe and northern Canada.
- 🇮🇳 India visibility: Like the february eclipse, this eclipse will not be visible from India due to the geometry of the eclipse path and Earth’s orientation.
📌 Summary: What india Will (and Won’t) See in 2026
Eclipse
Type
Date
Visible from India?
Feb 17, 2026
Annular (Ring of Fire)
❌ Not visible
Aug 12, 2026
Total
❌ Not visible
➡️ Conclusion: In 2026, no solar eclipse will be directly visible in India — indian skywatchers would need to watch international livestreams or travel abroad to see either of these eclipses in person.
✨ Why Solar Eclipses Aren’t Visible From Everywhere
Solar eclipses are visible only along a narrow path where the Moon’s shadow actually falls on Earth. If you are outside that path (like india in 2026), the eclipse simply doesn’t appear in your sky — even though the event is happening somewhere else on Earth.
However, if you’re interested in local eclipse events, india will see a notable lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026, which will be visible from many parts of the country.
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