When Is the Next Solar Eclipse?
There are at least 2 solar eclipses each year. Find out when the next one is and if you can see it from your location.
Total solar eclipse over the Atacama Desert, Chile.
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The next solar eclipse will be on December 4, 2021.
This eclipse will not be visible in Washington DC, but you can follow it via our real-time animation or live stream.
Next Solar Eclipse in Washington DC
The next eclipse in Washington DC will be a Partial Solar Eclipse on October 14, 2023, starting at 12:00:15 pm local time.
Eclipse preview with time and animation
Check out the local weather forecast and remember to always use adequate eye protection when viewing the eclipse. Never look at the Sun directly!
