UK’s Rare Solar Eclipse Tonight | Manchester News

Don’t miss the rare celestial spectacle hitting UK and Ireland tonight — a near-total solar eclipse with up to 96% of the sun blocked, the most dramatic since 1999 and the last until 2081. Peak viewing in Greater Manchester is at 7:10 PM, with clear skies predicted by the Met Office. While Iceland and Greenland get a full two-minute blackout, Manchester will see 91.9% coverage. Head to open, west-facing spots like Werneth Low or Salford Quays, or join organized events at Heaton Park and Platt Fields. Safety first: never stare at the sun without certified eclipse glasses — regular sunglasses won’t work. Use projection methods like tree shadows or a colander if needed. This is one for the books — catch it safely, and don’t forget your glasses. 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/19234ee8e361e2a9