MAP: How and when to see the solar eclipse in France
France will witness its first solar eclipse in 27 years on Wednesday, August 12th - here's how to get the best view.
On Wednesday, August 12th, France will experience a solar eclipse as the Moon passes between the sun and Earth, casting its shadow on the ground. France will not witness a total eclipse, but observers will still see more than 90 percent of the sun blocked. The event will begin at around 7:20 PM and peak at around 8:20 PM. To enjoy the eclipse, clear skies are essential.
The Perseid meteor shower is also expected to peak during the night of August 12th-13th. For safe viewing, CE-certified eclipse glasses should be worn, or indirect methods such as projecting or observing shadows can be used.
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