Solar Eclipse 2026
Solar Eclipse in Marbella
Partial August 12, 2026 — Andalucía
On August 12, 2026, Marbella will experience a partial solar eclipse with 93.9% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:38 local time, with the sun 6° 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.
19:43
Partial begins
20:38
Maximum
21:30
Partial ends
93.9%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
6°
Sun altitude
Simulate the eclipse from Marbella with real terrain and sun path
Monthly Light Times in Marbella
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden Hour (AM/PM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:30 | 18:27 | 39m / 39m |
| February | 08:07 | 19:00 | 36m / 36m |
| March | 07:30 | 19:26 | 34m / 34m |
| April | 07:46 | 20:53 | 35m / 35m |
| May | 07:12 | 21:19 | 37m / 37m |
| June | 07:00 | 21:39 | 38m / 38m |
| July | 07:13 | 21:37 | 38m / 37m |
| August | 07:37 | 21:10 | 35m / 35m |
| September | 08:01 | 20:27 | 34m / 34m |
| October | 08:26 | 19:43 | 35m / 35m |
| November | 07:56 | 18:10 | 38m / 38m |
| December | 08:24 | 18:05 | 40m / 40m |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Marbella?
- The partial phase begins at 19:43 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 20:38.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Marbella?
- From Marbella the eclipse will be partial, with 93.9% of the sun's disc obscured.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Marbella?
- The sun will be at 6° 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 Marbella?
- Yes, the sun will be at 6° 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 (93.9% 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 284° azimuth. Make sure you have a clear view in that direction.
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