Annular Solar Eclipse — February 17, 2026
The February 17, 2026 annular solar eclipse creates a "ring of fire" visible only from Antarctica and the southern tip of South America. It occurs in Aquarius in Dhanistha nakshatra — ruled by Mars. The Aquarius placement emphasises humanitarian causes, technology, social reform, and collective consciousness.
Date
February 17, 2026
Time (IST)
UTC 10:00–14:25 (IST 15:30–19:55)
Type
annular
Rashi
Aquarius
Nakshatra
Dhanistha
Duration
4 hours 25 minutes
Visibility
Visible in Antarctica, southern South America (tip of Argentina/Chile). Not visible in India.
Vedic Significance
Annular eclipse in Aquarius (Dhanistha, Mars-ruled). Saturn co-rules Aquarius. Themes: social justice, technology transformation, collective awakening, and humanitarian causes. The 6 months following this eclipse bring changes to collective social structures and technological paradigms. Saturn's involvement emphasises karma, discipline, and structural reform.
Do's and Don'ts During Eclipse
Do
- ✓Perform Shani mantra — "Om Shanaischaraya Namah" (Saturn rules Aquarius)
- ✓Engage in humanitarian service and community work
- ✓Meditate on collective healing and social transformation
- ✓Donate to charitable causes, especially for the poor and underprivileged
- ✓Reflect on your role in the collective — community and society
- ✓Fast and engage in spiritual practices during eclipse hours
Don't
- ✗Do not make decisions based on ego or individual gain alone during eclipse
- ✗Avoid social conflicts and group arguments during eclipse
- ✗Do not start new technology projects during eclipse window
- ✗Skip meals during eclipse hours (eclipse sutaka applies)
- ✗Avoid negative media consumption and fear-based thinking
- ✗Do not make major financial or investment decisions during eclipse
Effect on All 12 Rashis
Aquarius eclipse in your 11th house — social networks, friendships, and long-term goals transform. Gains through technology or humanitarian work.
The eclipse in your 10th house — career and public reputation face significant change. Professional direction transforms over the next 6 months.
Aquarius eclipse activates your 9th house — beliefs, higher education, and long-distance travel transform. A teacher or guru relationship changes.
The eclipse in your 8th house — transformation, inheritance, shared resources, and psychological depth are highlighted.
Aquarius eclipse opposes your sign in the 7th house — partnerships and marriage face pivotal moments. Key relationships transform.
The eclipse in your 6th house — health, daily work, and service routines transform. A health matter resolves or requires attention.
Aquarius eclipse in your 5th house — creativity, romance, and children are highlighted. Creative expression transforms.
Scorpio
Full 2026 eclipse guide →The eclipse activates your 4th house — home, family, and roots face significant change. A domestic matter resolves.
Sagittarius
Full 2026 eclipse guide →Aquarius eclipse in your 3rd house — communication, short travel, and sibling matters transform.
Capricorn
Full 2026 eclipse guide →The eclipse in your 2nd house — financial foundations and income sources transform. A cycle of wealth changes begins.
Aquarius
Full 2026 eclipse guide →The eclipse is in your 1st house — personal identity, physical appearance, and life direction undergo profound renewal.
Aquarius eclipse in your 12th house — spiritual practice, foreign connections, and endings are highlighted. A karmic cycle completes.