Partial Solar Eclipse to Grace Northern Hemisphere Skies Today

The eclipse, visible in France from 9:50 AM to 1:45 PM, will obscure up to 30% of the Sun's surface in some regions.

The partial solar eclipse will reach its maximum coverage at 11:45 AM Paris time, with the highest visibility in France's northwest.
Observers in France will see between 10% and 30% of the Sun obscured, depending on their location.
Astronomy associations across France are hosting public observation events with safe viewing equipment, including certified eclipse glasses.
Safety precautions are emphasized, with experts warning against viewing the eclipse without proper eye protection to avoid permanent eye damage.
This is the 17th partial solar eclipse of the 21st century, and the next eclipse visible in France will occur on August 12, 2026, with up to 96% of the Sun obscured in some areas.