How to view today's solar eclipse from the UK

UK stargazers in the south-west, Wales and Shetland have the best chance of glimpsing a partial eclipse. Here ’s a guide to getting a good viewSolar eclipse – liveHow to see the solar eclipse – with mapsWith moon about to pass in front of the sun, blocking its rays from falling on the US in a total solar eclipse, it is not only stargazers in America who might want to reach for their protective glasses – a partial eclipse is expected to be visible elsewhere, including the UK.While viewers in Hopkinsville, Kentucky will see the surface of the sun fully blocked for 2min 40sec this afternoon, those in the UK might also be able to enjoy the event, albeit with a rather less dramatic view. Shortly before sunset, at about 8pm tonight, viewers in the UK will be able to see what appears to be a nibble taken out of the sun.Continue reading...

Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - August 21, 2017 Category: Science Authors: Nicola Davis Tags: Solar eclipses Science Space The sun Astronomy US news UK news Met Office Source Type: news