News about a total solar eclipse allegedly visible on August 2, 2025, has spread on social media faster than the speed of light. According to these viral claims, a solar eclipse is expected next month, with a record-breaking duration of 6 minutes and 23 seconds. But here is the TRUTH!
The solar eclipse that caught everyone’s attention due to its exceptional duration is not happening in 2025—but in 2027. Yes, you read that right!
Visible from parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, the eclipse of August 2, 2027, is expected to be one of the most breathtaking astronomical events of the century—not just for astronomers but for everyone lucky enough to witness it.
The duration of this eclipse will be 6 minutes and 23 seconds, making it one of the longest total solar eclipses visible from land between 1991 and 2114.
Why Is the Solar Eclipse on August 2, 2027, So Long?
The answer lies in a perfect cosmic alignment:
- During this period, Earth will be at aphelion—its farthest point from the Sun—making the Sun appear slightly smaller in the sky.
- Simultaneously, the Moon will be at perigee, its closest point to Earth, causing it to appear slightly larger.
- This rare combination allows the Moon to cover the Sun completely for a longer period.
- Additionally, the path of the eclipse lies near the equator, where the Moon’s shadow moves more slowly across the Earth’s surface—contributing to the extended duration of totality.
So, space enthusiasts, you will need to wait two more years for this once-in-a-lifetime celestial spectacle!
