Solar Eclipse 2026
Solar Eclipse in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Partial August 12, 2026 — Canarias
On August 12, 2026, Santa Cruz de Tenerife will experience a partial solar eclipse with 69.7% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 19:53 local time, with the sun 11° 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.
18:57
Partial begins
19:53
Maximum
20:44
Partial ends
69.7%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
11°
Sun altitude
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Monthly Light Times in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden Hour (AM/PM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:58 | 18:30 | 35m / 35m |
| February | 07:43 | 18:55 | 32m / 32m |
| March | 07:14 | 19:13 | 31m / 31m |
| April | 07:39 | 20:30 | 32m / 32m |
| May | 07:14 | 20:48 | 33m / 33m |
| June | 07:07 | 21:03 | 34m / 34m |
| July | 07:17 | 21:04 | 34m / 34m |
| August | 07:34 | 20:44 | 32m / 32m |
| September | 07:50 | 20:09 | 31m / 31m |
| October | 08:05 | 19:35 | 32m / 32m |
| November | 07:27 | 18:11 | 34m / 34m |
| December | 07:49 | 18:10 | 35m / 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
- The partial phase begins at 18:57 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 19:53.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
- From Santa Cruz de Tenerife the eclipse will be partial, with 69.7% of the sun's disc obscured.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
- The sun will be at 11° 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
- Yes, the sun will be at 11° 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 (69.7% 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 281° azimuth. Make sure you have a clear view in that direction.
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