Solar Eclipse 2026
Solar Eclipse in Girona
Partial August 12, 2026 — Cataluña
On August 12, 2026, Girona will experience a partial solar eclipse with 99.0% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:28 local time, with the sun 4° above the western horizon. While totality won't be reached from this location, the partial eclipse will be clearly visible with certified eclipse glasses. With the sun this low, choose a viewing spot with a clear horizon. Use Heliora to check whether terrain blocks your view. All times on this page are computed from a precision astronomical engine.
19:33
Partial begins
20:28
Maximum
21:19
Partial ends
99.0%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
4°
Sun altitude
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Monthly Light Times in Girona
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden Hour (AM/PM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:14 | 17:42 | 43m / 43m |
| February | 07:44 | 18:21 | 39m / 39m |
| March | 07:00 | 18:55 | 37m / 37m |
| April | 07:08 | 20:29 | 37m / 38m |
| May | 06:28 | 21:02 | 40m / 40m |
| June | 06:12 | 21:25 | 42m / 42m |
| July | 06:26 | 21:22 | 41m / 41m |
| August | 06:56 | 20:49 | 38m / 38m |
| September | 07:28 | 19:58 | 37m / 37m |
| October | 08:01 | 19:07 | 38m / 38m |
| November | 07:38 | 17:27 | 42m / 42m |
| December | 08:09 | 17:18 | 45m / 45m |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Girona?
- The partial phase begins at 19:33 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 20:28.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Girona?
- From Girona the eclipse will be partial, with 99.0% of the sun's disc obscured.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Girona?
- The sun will be at 4° altitude at maximum eclipse. Since it will be quite low, make sure you have a clear view toward the western.
- Do I need special glasses to watch the eclipse?
- Yes, you always need ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses to safely observe a partial eclipse.
- Will the sun be above the horizon during the eclipse in Girona?
- Yes, the sun will be at 4° altitude at maximum. Since it will be quite low toward the western, find a spot with a clear horizon or use Heliora to check if mountains or buildings block your view.
- How long does totality last?
- From this location the eclipse is partial (99.0% obscuration), so there is no totality phase.
- Which direction should I face during the eclipse?
- At maximum eclipse, the sun will be toward the western at roughly 287° azimuth. Make sure you have a clear view in that direction.
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