India, Aug. 12 -- Washington, D.C. Solar Eclipse 2026: A partial solar eclipse can be observed in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, when the Moon moves in front of the Sun. Even though the total eclipse is to occur on a global scale, Washington, D.C. is not in the area of totality and will witness a very small part of the Sun being covered. As per NASA, 4% of the Sun will be covered in the capital during the maximum eclipse period.

Solar Eclipse 2026 in Washington DC : Will the Eclipse Be Visible?

Yes. Washington, D.C. will experience a partial solar eclipse on August 12, 2026. According to NASA, the eclipse will begin in Washington, D.C. at 1:17 p.m. EDT, reach its maximum at 1:53 p.m. EDT, and end at 2:27 p.m. EDT. At ma...