In Spain, a rare astronomical event will occur just before sunset, so an open western horizon will be required for observation. The maximum duration of the total phase will be about 2 minutes and 18 seconds. The partial phase of the eclipse will be visible to residents of most of Europe, northwestern Africa, Canada, and parts of the United States. In Ireland, the Moon will cover about 94% of the solar disk, while in Norway, it will cover more than 80%. Astronomers emphasize that observing the Sun without special protective glasses is only permissible for a short interval during the total phase and exclusively within the path of totality. At all other stages and outside the totality zone, certified solar filters must be used, as regular sunglasses do not provide adequate protection. The eclipse will coincide with the peak activity of the Perseid meteor shower on the night of August 13, as well as a morning parade of several planets. The next total solar eclipse with a total phase duration of more than six minutes is expected in 2027 over Southern Europe, Northern Africa, and the Middle East.
