It's the most significant eclipse in Europe since 1999, and the skies are clear, meaning a perfect view of what's going on.
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It’s the most significant eclipse in Europe since 1999, and the skies are clear, meaning a perfect view of what’s going on.
The eclipse becomes visible across the UK and then tracks across Spain.
There, people will be treated to a total eclipse. In the UK we will see is a partial eclipse, but don’t forget experts have warned people not to look straight at it, as that could cause permanent eye damage.
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