6 minutes of darkness: when the longest solar eclipse of the century will occur

Earthlings are awaiting an impressive event - the longest solar eclipse in 100 years. Astronomers have revealed when to expect this grand phenomenon and which countries' residents will be able to observe it, reports Tengri Life.

The "eclipse of the century" will occur on August 2. But don't rush to stock up on solar filters to better observe the phenomenon - the event is not expected this year, but only in 2027.

On this day, the Moon will completely cover the Sun for 6 minutes and 22 seconds, and this will be the longest period of the total eclipse phase on Earth for the entire 21st century: from 1991 until July 16, 2114.

It is noted that the total phase of the eclipse on August 2, 2027, will pass through the territory of 11 countries in North Africa and the Middle East. It will be visible in Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Somalia. A partial eclipse will be visible in most of Africa, Europe, and South Asia. In the rest of the world, including North America, solar activity will be normal.