London’s Rare Solar Eclipse Tonight | UK News

Londoners, get ready for a rare cosmic spectacle this Wednesday—August 12th—with a partial solar eclipse set to cover nearly 90% of the Sun, the biggest in the UK since 1999. While skies won’t go dark, expect a noticeable dip in light and temperature. The event kicks off at 6:17 PM, so grab certified eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2), a pinhole projector, or a colander to safely view it—regular sunglasses won’t cut it. Best viewing spots? High ground with clear western views like Primrose Hill or Hampstead Heath. If you’re staying home, join public viewings or tune into the Royal Observatory’s free live stream. Don’t miss this once-in-a-decade chance to witness the Sun partially hidden by the Moon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dc818391295b610f