Surya Grahan 2026 : Solar Eclipse at the Beginning of the New Year, Find Out Where It Will Be Visible
In Brief
The world will plunge into darkness during the day,
The first solar eclipse of the new year on this day,
Find out the date and time..
A solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse are rare astronomical events. During a solar eclipse, the moon comes between the Earth and the Sun, causing the solar eclipse. Many astronomical events occur during an eclipse. Eclipses occur once or twice a year. There was an eclipse in 2025 as well. In the new year, that is, in 2026, there will also be a solar eclipse in the month of February. The day of the solar eclipse is important for both scientists and astronomy enthusiasts. Many things happen around the Sun. There were two solar eclipses in 2025. However, none were visible in India. The first solar eclipse of 2026 will be in February. This solar eclipse will be visible on February 17, 2026. Let's find out exactly where this solar eclipse will be visible.
This solar eclipse will be an annular solar eclipse, meaning a ring of fire will be visible around the sun during the eclipse. A partial solar eclipse will be visible on February 17, 2026. It will be visible from parts of Antarctica, Africa, South America, and the Pacific, Atlantic, and Southern Oceans. However, this solar eclipse will not be visible in India. No solar eclipse was visible in India in 2025 either.
Find out where this solar eclipse will be visible
People in South Africa, parts of South America, and the southern Indian Ocean will be able to see the sun partially covered. It will be a unique experience. Only 3 percent of the sun will be visible in some places. The second solar eclipse of 2026 will occur on August 12, 2026. In short, just like in 2025, there will also be two solar eclipses visible in 2026.
Day will turn completely dark for a few minutes
During a solar eclipse, there is complete darkness for a few minutes. Experiencing darkness during the day for a few minutes is quite unique. During this time, many movements occur around the sun, which we can actually see. This solar eclipse will last for 2 minutes and 1 second. There will be complete darkness during the day for two minutes. This is the first solar eclipse of 2026. In India, eclipses hold significant importance, and people observe 'Sutak' during this time. However, this eclipse will not be visible in India.