The Met Office said eastern areas such as Aberdeenshire, Angus and Moray are most likely to have clear skies when the rare event takes place.

Devon and Cornwall are among the prime locations

Discover where the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse will be visible, from Russia and Greenland to Spain, plus partial views across Europe, North America and Africa.

The next total solar eclipse will be visible on Wednesday, 12 August