articleThe Brief A total solar eclipse on August 12 will appear as a partial eclipse across parts of the United States and Canada. A total solar eclipse will grace the heavens on August 12 and though it won’t be totally visible from the U.S., several northern states will get a chance to enjoy a partial solar eclipse. Here’s what to know about the solar eclipse:Where to watch from the USLocal perspective:Parts of the Northern Hemisphere, from Alaska to North Carolina and most of Canada will have an opportunity to experience a partial solar eclipse. When is the 2027 solar eclipse? What's next:An exceptionally long total solar eclipse is in store for 2027, yielding nearly three times more observation time.