Skywatchers in Malta will have the chance to witness a partial solar eclipse next week, with the celestial event set to take place at sunset on 12th August 2026.

According to It-Temp Madwarna, around 12% of the Sun will be obscured by the Moon as the eclipse coincides with sunset, creating a rare spectacle for observers across the Maltese Islands.

While the eclipse will only be partially visible from Malta, the event will reach totality in other parts of the world. The full solar eclipse will be visible from northern Spain, western Iceland and eastern Greenland, where the Moon will completely block the Sun.

Malta is also in line for an even more impressive astronomical event next year. On 2nd August 2027, a much deeper partial solar eclipse will be visible from the islands, with approximately 97% of the Sun expected to be covered at around 11:17am.

As with all solar eclipses, observers are reminded never to look directly at the Sun without certified solar viewing glasses or appropriate solar filters, as doing so can cause permanent eye damage.

The upcoming eclipse offers an opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts and curious onlookers alike to witness one of nature's most fascinating celestial events from Malta.

Will you be watching this partial solar eclipse next week?