A solar eclipse over Antarctica was captured by satellites
In February 2026, a solar eclipse over Antarctica was captured only by satellites, as the phenomenon was visible solely in a remote area. Later that year, more solar and lunar eclipses are expected, which will be observable by people living on different continents.
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On February 17, 2026, a solar eclipse occurred in Antarctica. This phenomenon was visible only in a remote part of the continent, and only a limited number of observers were able to witness it directly. Most observations were carried out using satellites, which captured the shadow of the Moon passing over the Earth's surface. The GEO-KOMPSAT-2A and GOES-19 satellites obtained images clearly showing the Moon's shadow over the Antarctic continent. GEO-KOMPSAT-2A also took a series of photos demonstrating the movement of the lunar shadow from left to right.
Solar eclipses take place every year in different regions of the planet. In 2026, another solar eclipse is expected, which millions of people will be able to observe. The next eclipse will be visible in several countries, as the Moon's shadow will pass over Greenland and head toward the Mediterranean Sea. Residents of northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, Western Europe, North Africa, and North America will have the opportunity to witness this event.
Lunar eclipses are also scheduled for 2026. One of them is expected on March 3 and will be visible from North America, Russia, and Japan. Another lunar eclipse, planned for August 28, will be observable by residents of North America and Western Europe.