‘Ring Of Fire’ First Solar Eclipse In February 2026: Know Date, Time & Visibility

The first solar eclipse of the year is going to take place in February. The stunning view of the ‘Ring of Fire’ will be visible in many countries. Let’s understand the timings, date and visibility in India. The first of three solar eclipses occurring over 708 days will be an annular solar eclipse on February 17, which will cause a ring of fire effect that will only be seen in a few locations, according to the reports.

The first solar eclipse of 2026 will be on February 17 and will create an annular ring of fire effect, where the Sun’s borders will be visible in a reddish-orange hue. This will be an amazing sight as the Moon blocks 96% of the center of the Sun for up to two minutes and twenty seconds during the event, as eclipse fans are anxiously waiting for it.

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A solar eclipse is said to be annular when the Moon is at or near its greatest distance from the planet and crosses between the Sun and Earth, according to NASA. Because the Moon is farther from Earth, it does not entirely cover the Sun and seems smaller than the Sun.

The February 17 eclipse is breathtaking, but because it will only be seen from secluded parts of Antarctica, the majority of the world’s population will be unable to witness it. As per some reports, in the future, eclipse aficionados have even more to look forward to. The first complete solar eclipse visible from Europe since 2015 and the first from continental Europe since 1999 will occur on August 12, 2026.

BREAKING: A ring of fire eclipse is coming! On February 17, 2026 a rare solar eclipse will occur. The Moon will block the Sun, creating a bright ring of fire. pic.twitter.com/aJ1RJn4Pdj — All day Astronomy (@forallcurious) January 10, 2026

On February 6, 2027, the second will be visible as the ring of fire stretches over the South American countries of Argentina and Chile, as well as West Africa. On January 26, 2028, the third eclipse will occur; it will last 10 minutes and 27 seconds, be seen from Brazil, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands and conclude in Spain at sunset, according to the reports.