Solar Eclipse 12 August 2026 will occur with Sun and Moon forming New Moon in Aslesha nakshatra, conjunct Ketu in Magha along with Mercury and Jupiter in Pushyami Nakshatra (Cancer), visible in parts of Canada, Greenland, Western Europe and west Africa according to Vedic Astrology.
Rahu in Dhanishta nakshatra aspects this solar eclipse by opposing it, while Saturn (retrograde) in Revati nakshatra (Pisces), Venus in Hasta nakshatra (Virgo) and Mars in Arudra nakshatra (Gemini) have no effect on this eclipse.
This solar eclipse can be seen from all places which fall under the dark coloured zone in above picture.
Though it is not seen from most parts of earth, the planetary conjunction of Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter in Cancer brings along with Ketu in Leo brings about huge impact on countries with ascendants of Cancer, Leo, Capricorn and Aquarius.
Also those countries with ruling planets of Sun, Moon, Jupiter, Mercury struggle economically.
Solar eclipse if visible brings physical strain, health issues etc for people, but if visible or not visible, will definitely cause political impact.
USA, Canada, Greenland, China, UK, Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Germany, Sweden, Morocco, Algeria are most effected by this solar eclipse, which is followed by Lunar Eclipse within 2 weeks.
Total Solar Eclipse 12 August 2026 will begin at 15:34:15 UTC, with last location to see at 19:57:57 UTC and maximum eclipse at 17:46:06 UTC.
As this solar eclipse happens in Mercury owned Aslesha nakshatra and also in Moon, Mercury, Jupiter conjunction, people going through vimsottari dasa of Budha (Mercury), those born with moon in Aslesha, Jyeshta and Revati nakshatras go through physical strain and sleepless nights.
Rahu opposing, while retrograde Saturn trine this eclipse cause some sleep related issues.
Cancer sign deals with emotions, relations, human mind, psychology, sleep, dreams, comforts etc.
Avoid buying of new vehicles, mattress, bed, couch at least unti end of August 2026.
This is good time to practice meditation, take right medication to improve sleep quality and solve insomnia issues.
Few long lost relations will rekindle within a month from this eclipse.
Solar Eclipse in a zodiac sign owned by Moon will be harsh on both mind and body.
USA loses respect and grip over world politics as many allies try to break up.
Few signs get some relief after Lunar Eclipse of 28th August 2026 in Aquarius.
Impact of Solar Eclipse 12 August 2026 on 12 Moon Signs
Aries face challenges regarding transport, sleep, breathing. Health of mother deteriorates.
Taurus need to postpone moving into new house or job for a month. Short term travel and issues with siblings indicated.
Gemini face some financial hiccups and lack courage to deal with them. Family demands more time and attention.
Cancer get cleared of one dilemma by end of August 2026. Family vacation possible this month.
Leo struggle with unknown or hidden fears which act as demons in their mind. Travel does not yield desired results.
Libra, Aquarius face professional challenges, pressure of debts.
Scorpio, Pisces lose some sleep over loved ones and lack of expected activity in daily life.
Virgo, Capricorn have better time compared to others.