Solar Eclipse 2026
Solar Eclipse in San Sebastián
Partial August 12, 2026 — País Vasco
On August 12, 2026, San Sebastián will experience a partial solar eclipse with 99.7% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:27 local time, with the sun 8° 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.
19:31
Partial begins
20:27
Maximum
21:19
Partial ends
99.7%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
8°
Sun altitude
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Monthly Light Times in San Sebastián
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden Hour (AM/PM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:37 | 17:57 | 45m / 45m |
| February | 08:06 | 18:38 | 40m / 40m |
| March | 07:20 | 19:14 | 38m / 38m |
| April | 07:25 | 20:50 | 38m / 38m |
| May | 06:43 | 21:25 | 41m / 41m |
| June | 06:27 | 21:49 | 43m / 43m |
| July | 06:41 | 21:46 | 42m / 42m |
| August | 07:13 | 21:11 | 39m / 39m |
| September | 07:47 | 20:18 | 38m / 38m |
| October | 08:21 | 19:25 | 39m / 39m |
| November | 08:00 | 17:43 | 43m / 43m |
| December | 08:33 | 17:32 | 47m / 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in San Sebastián?
- The partial phase begins at 19:31 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 20:27.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from San Sebastián?
- From San Sebastián the eclipse will be partial, with 99.7% of the sun's disc obscured.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in San Sebastián?
- The sun will be at 8° 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 San Sebastián?
- Yes, the sun will be at 8° 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 (99.7% 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 283° azimuth. Make sure you have a clear view in that direction.
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