An eclipse happens when the Moon, Earth, and Sun align and the sun’s rays are blocked for a few minutes.
According to NIT, the eclipse will have an obscuration of 92-100%; however, to observe it in its entirety, those curious will have to go to the Montesinho Natural Park, in the district of Bragança. In other parts of the country, the eclipse will be visible, but only partially.
In Portugal, the last total eclipse seen was in 1912, and after the 2026 eclipse, the next one is predicted to occur only in 2144.
Proceed with caution
Despite the curiosity to witness such a rare phenomenon, it is important to use special eye protection, as direct exposure to sunlight without proper protection can result in serious consequences.