1 min readFeb 17, 2026 08:58 AM IST
Solar Eclipse February 2026 Date and Time Live Updates: The year’s first solar eclipse will occur today, February 17. The rare annular event, during which the Moon will pass over the Sun’s centre, will create a bright “Ring of Fire” effect.
Where the February 17, 2026 solar eclipse will be visible: According to NASA, the annular eclipse will be observable from Antarctica. The agency noted that while the full annular phase will be limited to Antarctica, a partial eclipse will also be visible across Africa, South America, the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Indian Ocean.
Can I see the February 17 eclipse from India? The annular eclipse will not be seen from India. However, viewers there can still watch it live through NASA’s broadcast. At peak, up to 96 per cent of the Sun’s centre will be covered, producing the ring effect for as long as 2 minutes and 20 seconds. The eclipse is likely to begin at 0956 GMT (3:26 PM IST) and conclude at 1427 GMT (7:57 PM IST) on February 17.
