Solar Eclipse 2026 Timing: The final solar eclipse of the year is occurring today, August 12, on the occasion of Sawan Amavasya. This eclipse will take place in the Cancer zodiac sign and the Ashlesha Nakshatra. Along with the Sun, the Moon, Mercury, and Jupiter will also be present in the Cancer sign. Consequently, three auspicious planetary combinations (*Yogas*) will be formed: Budhaditya Yoga, Hansraj Yoga, and Gajakesari Yoga. Today marks a rare total solar eclipse where the Moon will obscure the Sun, plunging the area into darkness. Let us find out the eclipse timings, *Sutak* (inauspicious period) details, the time of *Moksha* (conclusion), and the dos and don'ts from Kanpur-based astrologer Swati Saxena.

Solar Eclipse 2026: Start Time
According to astrologer Saxena, the solar eclipse will begin at 9:04 PM tonight on Sawan Amavasya. The Sawan Amavasya *Tithi* (lunar day) spans from 1:52 AM to 11:06 PM today. This solar eclipse will commence during the Amavasya *Tithi* and conclude during the Pratipada *Tithi*. Sawan Amavasya is also known as Hariyali Amavasya.

Solar Eclipse 2026: End Time
The solar eclipse occurring today will conclude at 1:28 AM late at night on August 13. The peak phase (*Madhya Kaal*) of the eclipse will occur at 11:16 PM.

Solar Eclipse 2026: When does the *Sutak* period begin?

The *Sutak* period for a solar eclipse typically begins 12 hours before the start of the eclipse. However, since this solar eclipse will not be visible in our country, the *Sutak* period will not be applicable.

Where will the Solar Eclipse 2026 be visible?
This solar eclipse will not be visible in India. However, it will be visible in West Africa, North America, Western Europe, the North Atlantic Ocean, the North Pacific Ocean, and Greenland.

Dos and Don'ts during the Solar Eclipse?
When the *Sutak* period of a solar eclipse is applicable, temple doors are closed. Activities such as eating, drinking, sleeping, cooking, bathing, and performing auspicious ceremonies are typically prohibited during this time. Pregnant women are required to exercise special caution. However, since there is no *Sutak* period (inauspicious time) associated with this specific event, there are no restrictions on these activities; worship, prayers, bathing, charity, eating, and drinking will proceed as usual.

**Benefits for 4 Zodiac Signs**
Although this solar eclipse is not visible in our country, it will impact all 12 zodiac signs. Aries, Leo, Virgo, and Pisces will benefit from this eclipse, particularly in matters related to career and property. However, those currently under the influence of *Sade Sati* or *Dhaiya* (specific phases of Saturn's transit) need to exercise caution.

**Remedies for the Solar Eclipse**
Today and tomorrow at sunrise, bathe and offer water to the Sun God. Fill a brass vessel with water, add red sandalwood paste, red flowers, wheat, and jaggery, and offer the water while chanting the mantra "Om Suryaya Namah." Afterward, bow to the Sun God and chant solar mantras. Recite the *Aditya Hridaya Stotra*.

**Bathing and Charity (Solar Eclipse 2026)**
After the solar eclipse concludes, perform your bath and prayers on the morning of August 13, and then make a charitable donation according to your means. Donate items associated with the Sun God, such as wheat, red fruits, red flowers, red or orange clothing, jaggery, copper, copper vessels, red sandalwood paste, and saffron.

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