Most of sun to be eclipsed across island of Ireland
Skywatchers are set to witness two major celestial events next week, with a deep partial solar eclipse followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.
Next week, Ireland will experience a rare celestial spectacle - a deep partial solar eclipse with the moon covering more than 90% of the sun's surface. This is the largest solar eclipse visible from the island until September 2090. The event begins around 18:10 BST and will peak with the sun appearing as if under thick cloud. Visibility will vary across Ireland, with Belfast, Londonderry, Cork, and Skellig Michael offering the best views.
Even though the eclipse is not as dramatic as a total solar eclipse, it will still be noticeable and should get noticeably darker. Experts advise using appropriate eclipse glasses or projection methods to safely view the event without looking directly at the sun. The solar eclipse will be followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, offering a celestial fireworks display for those in Ireland.
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