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Science12 Aug 2026

What time and where might you see the solar eclipse in Scotland

Hopes of catching the best view are fading in parts of Scotland as clouds threaten to hide the celestial event.

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Hopes of catching the best view are fading in parts of Scotland as clouds threaten to hide the celestial event. People in Scotland could get the best view of a solar eclipse in nearly three decades on Wednesday, although hopes of a clear sighting are fading in some parts of the country. Up to 95% of the Sun will slowly disappear behind the Moon in the most dramatic eclipse visible from the UK since August 1999. Here is what you need to know about the partial solar eclipse, including the best places to watch it in Scotland and how to do so safely. It is important to never look directly at the Sun. Astronomers say the best place to see the eclipse is an elevated location with unobstructed views to the west. Astronomer Royal for Scotland Prof Catherine Heymans said: "People in England are worried about having to find a clear view of the western horizon.

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From the storyHopes of catching the best view are fading in parts of Scotland as clouds threaten to hide the celestial event.

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From the storyHopes of catching the best view are fading in parts of Scotland as clouds threaten to hide the celestial event.

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From the storyPeople in Scotland could get the best view of a solar eclipse in nearly three decades on Wednesday, although hopes of a clear sighting are fading in some parts of the country.

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From the storyPeople in Scotland could get the best view of a solar eclipse in nearly three decades on Wednesday, although hopes of a clear sighting are fading in some parts of the country.

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From the storyUp to 95% of the Sun will slowly disappear behind the Moon in the most dramatic eclipse visible from the UK since August 1999.

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