When Is the Next Total Solar Eclipse After 2024?
The spectacular total solar eclipse of April 8, 2024 left millions of skywatchers in awe across North America. But when will the next one occur? Here's your complete guide to upcoming total solar eclipses, including dates, locations, and how to prepare.
🌑 Next Total Solar Eclipse: August 12, 2026 - Visible across parts of Europe, Greenland, and Iceland, with totality lasting up to 2 minutes 18 seconds.
Upcoming Total Solar Eclipses
August 12, 2026
Path of Totality: Spain, Iceland, Greenland
Maximum Duration: 2 minutes 18 seconds
Best Viewing: Northern Spain (2m 10s totality)
August 2, 2027
Path of Totality: North Africa, Middle East, Arabian Peninsula
Maximum Duration: 6 minutes 23 seconds (longest of 21st century)
Best Viewing: Egypt (6m 20s totality)
July 22, 2028
Path of Totality: Australia, New Zealand
Maximum Duration: 5 minutes 10 seconds
Best Viewing: Sydney, Australia (3m 49s totality)
Future North American Eclipses
After the 2024 event, the next total solar eclipses visible from North America will be:
- March 30, 2033 - Alaska (4m 9s totality)
- August 23, 2044 - Montana, North Dakota (2m 4s)
- August 12, 2045 - "Great American Eclipse 2.0" - California to Florida (6m 6s)
Eclipse Viewing Tips
How to Safely Watch
- Use ISO-certified eclipse glasses (regular sunglasses won't work)
- Never look directly at the sun without proper protection
- Use solar filters for cameras/binoculars
- Watch the shadow bands phenomenon before/after totality
Planning Your Eclipse Trip
- Book accommodations 1-2 years in advance
- Have multiple viewing location options
- Check weather patterns for your location
- Prepare for large crowds and traffic