What you'll see in London
London sees 92.5% of the Sun covered — a dramatic thin crescent, though never true darkness.
Keep eclipse glasses on for the whole event — the Moon never fully covers the Sun here, so it is never safe to look without them, even at maximum.
⚠ Eye safety
Use ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses for the entire partial phase. There is no safe moment to remove them in this city — the Sun is never fully covered.
FAQ
Is London in the path of totality?
No — London sees a deep partial eclipse, 92.5% of the Sun covered at maximum (19:13 BST). The Moon never fully covers the Sun here.
Do I need eclipse glasses in London?
Yes, for the entire event (18:17–20:06 BST). The Sun is never fully covered in London, so eclipse glasses stay on throughout.
Source: NASA eclipse predictions and timeanddate.com local circumstances for London, United Kingdom(Aug 12, 2026), cross-checked 2026-08-02. See the hub page for every city and the path map.