The next solar eclipse will be an annular solar eclipse on Feb. 17, 2026. During an annular solar eclipse, the moon covers a majority of the sun, leaving a distinct ring of light, hence the nickname ...

The first eclipse of 2026 will be an annular solar eclipse, leaving a glowing outer ring of fire around the moon Rick Kern/Getty The first eclipse season of the year is officially in session! On Feb.

On Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, a dramatic annular solar eclipse — popularly known as a “ring of fire” — will appear in the skies above remote parts of Antarctica home to two scientific research stations.

Another solar eclipse is set to put on a show over the United States this weekend. But unlike the April 2024 total eclipse, this one will only partially obscure the sun. And it won't be visible from ...