In Riga, the eclipse will begin at 5:34. At 6:22, the Moon will set below the horizon — by that time, the shadow will cover about half of its disk. According to astronomers' forecasts, 2026 has become one of the most eventful years for astronomical events in the last decade. Bright planets, a planetary parade, and meteor showers can also be observed in the sky over Latvia. Recall that on August 12, a partial solar eclipse was visible. Astronomers called it one of the most impressive in recent years: at its maximum phase, the Moon covered up to four-fifths of the Sun's diameter.
