Queen guitarist Brian May has been sharing advice on how best to view the solar eclipse tonight (August 12). A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly between the Earth and the sun, resulting in the moon casting a shadow on the Earth. AdvertisementMuch of Europe will experience a total eclipse while the likes of the UK will experience a partial eclipse this evening from 6.30pm BST. In one particular post, he showed a partial eclipse so far. RecommendedIn another post he shows himself in Spain preparing for the eclipse and he is hopeful of seeing a total eclipse but fears “there maybe clouds in the way” before explaining the difference between a partial eclipse and total eclipse.