Eclipse Calendar
Track upcoming solar and lunar eclipses. Find dates, visibility information, and viewing tips for these spectacular celestial events.
NEXT ECLIPSE
Total Lunar Eclipse
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Visible from:Americas, Western Europe, Western Africa
Maximum Duration:58m
A total lunar eclipse will be visible from the Americas, Western Europe, and Western Africa.
Upcoming Eclipses (2025-2026)
Total Lunar Eclipse
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Visible from: Americas, Western Europe, Western Africa
Max Duration: 58m
A total lunar eclipse will be visible from the Americas, Western Europe, and Western Africa.
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Total Solar Eclipse
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Visible from: Arctic, Greenland, Iceland, Spain
Max Duration: 2m 18s
A total solar eclipse will cross the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland, and northern Spain. This is a rare opportunity to witness totality.
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Total Lunar Eclipse
Friday, August 28, 2026
Visible from: Eastern Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia
Max Duration: 1h 32m
A total lunar eclipse will be visible from most of the Eastern Hemisphere and parts of the Americas.
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Historical Eclipses (2023-2024)
đ Past Events ArchiveBrowse recent solar and lunar eclipses from 2023-2024. These spectacular celestial events have already occurred but remain fascinating to study and learn about.
Annular Solar Eclipse
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Was visible from: Southern Chile, Southern Argentina
Max Duration: 7m 25s
An annular solar eclipse passed over southern South America and the Pacific Ocean.
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Partial Lunar Eclipse
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Was visible from: Americas, Europe, Africa
A partial lunar eclipse was visible from the Americas and parts of Europe and Africa.
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Total Solar Eclipse
Monday, April 8, 2024
Was visible from: Mexico, United States, Canada
Max Duration: 4m 28s
The Great North American Eclipse crossed Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Millions witnessed totality along the path.
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Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
Monday, March 25, 2024
Was visible from: Americas, Europe, Africa
A subtle penumbral lunar eclipse was visible across multiple continents.
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Partial Lunar Eclipse
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Was visible from: Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Western Americas
A partial lunar eclipse was visible across the Eastern Hemisphere.
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Annular Solar Eclipse
Saturday, October 14, 2023
Was visible from: Western US, Central America, South America
Max Duration: 5m 17s
An annular "ring of fire" solar eclipse crossed the Americas from Oregon to Brazil.
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Note: These eclipses have already occurred. For information about upcoming eclipses, see the section above. Eclipse prediction data is based on NASA calculations.
Astronomy Data Disclaimer
The astronomical information provided on this page, including moon phases, sunrise/sunset times, and eclipse data, is calculated using established astronomical algorithms and is intended for informational and educational purposes only. All astronomical data is provided as-is without any guarantees or warranties. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that all calculations are error-free. For critical applications such as navigation, scientific research, or professional astronomy, please consult official sources such as NASA or the US Naval Observatory. The timing of astronomical events may vary slightly based on your exact location and atmospheric conditions.
Understanding Eclipses
Solar Eclipse
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, blocking some or all of the sun's light from reaching Earth.
Total Solar Eclipse
Moon completely covers the sun
Partial Solar Eclipse
Moon partially covers the sun
Annular Solar Eclipse
Moon covers sun's center, leaving a "ring of fire"
Lunar Eclipse
A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting Earth's shadow on the moon.
Total Lunar Eclipse
Moon completely enters Earth's umbra (darkest shadow)
Partial Lunar Eclipse
Moon partially enters Earth's umbra
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
Moon passes through Earth's penumbra (lighter shadow)
Solar Eclipse Safety Warning
NEVER look directly at the sun during a solar eclipse without proper eye protection!
Viewing a solar eclipse with the naked eye can cause permanent eye damage or blindness. Always use certified eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2 compliant) or indirect viewing methods like pinhole projectors. Regular sunglasses are NOT safe for viewing solar eclipses.
Why Don't Eclipses Happen Every Month?
Since the moon orbits Earth once per month, you might expect eclipses to occur monthly. However, the moon's orbit is tilted about 5 degrees relative to Earth's orbit around the sun. This means the sun, Earth, and moon don't usually align perfectly.
Eclipses only occur when the moon crosses Earth's orbital plane (at points called nodes) and the alignment is just right. This special alignment happens roughly 2-5 times per year, making eclipses relatively rare events.