Eclipse

Partial Solar Eclipse

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Demo Data: Event data is sample/projected data for demonstration purposes. Actual timings may vary.

Start Time

2026-08-12 08:00

Peak Time

2026-08-12 09:30

End Time

2026-08-12 11:00

Sri Lanka Visibility

Partially visible — small partial eclipse from Sri Lanka

Moon Phase

New Moon

Photography

Moderate — Requires solar filter equipment

Best Locations

Visible from all locations in Sri Lanka

Best Viewing Time

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Source

NASA Eclipse — Sample/projected data

About this Event

A partial solar eclipse will be visible from parts of South Asia. From Sri Lanka, a small portion of the solar disc will be obscured. WARNING: Never observe the Sun without proper solar filters.

Photography Tips

Always use a certified solar filter for solar eclipses. Never look directly through the viewfinder without one.
Use a telephoto lens (200mm or longer) to get a close-up.
Bracket your exposures, especially during totality.