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The NASA confirmed that a historic total solar eclipse will occur in August, considered one of the most anticipated astronomical phenomena of the year and one of the longest of the century. When? How long will it last? Will it be seen in Mexico? Keep reading to learn all the details of this event.
During this eclipse, the Moon will completely block the Sun's light in some regions of the planet, allowing for the observation of the solar corona for approximately 6 minutes and 23 seconds, a duration far exceeding the average of 2 to 4 minutes that total solar eclipses usually last.
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¿Cuándo será el eclipse total de Sol?
The total solar eclipse or total eclipse of the Sun will be the penultimate astronomical phenomenon of this type before the end of the year, note NASA scientists. It will occur on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
According to astronomical calculations, the path of totality will cross regions of Europe, Greenland, and part of the North Atlantic, while various regions of the Americas will only be able to appreciate it partially, depending on their geographic location.
Experts from the space agency point out that the solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, will unfortunately not be visible from Mexico in any of its phases.
Even so, the event will attract thousands of scientists, photographers, and astronomy enthusiasts to the countries where it can be enjoyed, as happened with the historic solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, which was visible in Mexican territory almost in its entirety.
If you are in one of the regions where it will not be seen, there will be free live broadcasts on social media and on the NASA website so that you can appreciate it.
The US agency will broadcast it live starting at 11:15 am, Central Mexico Time, on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, on the website https://www.nasa.gov/live.
¿Qué es un eclipse solar total, según la NASA?
A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon positions itself exactly between the Earth and the Sun, casting its shadow over a part of the planet. During those minutes, the sky darkens as if it were night and it is possible to observe the solar corona or ring of fire, the outermost layer of the Sun's atmosphere, a natural spectacle that can only be seen during this type of eclipses.
Specialists remind us that one should never look at a solar eclipse directly without proper protection, as solar rays can cause permanent damage to the retina. To enjoy the phenomenon safely, it is essential to use certified solar eclipse glasses, as conventional sunglasses do not offer the necessary protection.
Take note! There will not be another similar eclipse of such magnitude until August 2, 2027, science predicts.
¿Cuándo habrá otro eclipse?
Immediately, before the end of August, the sky will be the canvas for another eclipse. Specialists point out that there will be a partial lunar eclipse between August 27 and 28, 2026, that will be visible from Mexico.
The phenomenon will begin on Thursday, August 27 at 7:23 pm, Central Mexico Time, will reach its peak at 10:12 pm, and will end around 1 am on Friday, August 28.
During the astronomical event, the Moon will take on the appearance of a Blood Moon, with an intense color.
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