First solar eclipse of 2026 is on February 17: Why the Moon won’t fully cover the Sun and how the ‘ring of fire’ appears |
On 17 February 2026, skywatchers will get a chance to see one of the most striking types of solar eclipses: an annular eclipse, better known as a ‘ring of fire’. Unlike a total solar eclipse, where the Moon completely blocks the Sun, the Moon will leave a slim, glowing ring around its dark silhouette. The…