A partial solar eclipse will take place in the UK on Saturday, viewable from 10am to noon, with clearer skies expected in the east. The obscuration will generally range between 30% and 40%, with Northern Ireland and Scotland offering the best views at approximately 40-45%. Unlike a total eclipse, observers might not notice any significant darkening unless actively watching. The next total solar eclipse visible in the UK is in 2090, with another total eclipse expected in 2026 across parts of Europe, including Spain.
The partial solar eclipse will be visible in parts of the UK between 10am and noon on Saturday, with viewing chances best in the east where skies should be clearest.
In general, between 30% and 40% of the sun is expected to be obscured across the UK, with the best viewing in Northern Ireland and Scotland, where it's about 40-45%.
With a partial solar eclipse like this, you'll only notice the difference if you’re looking up; otherwise it won’t seem darker or colder as in a total eclipse.
The next total solar eclipse visible from the UK is in 2090, but in August 2026 a total solar eclipse will be visible across much of Europe, including parts of Spain.
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