August 12, 2026
Solar Eclipse 2026 in Spain
Spain is on the path of the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse.
On August 12, 2026, Spain will witness a total solar eclipse — the moon will completely cover the sun across a path of totality crossing the country. 179 cities in Spain will experience full totality (sun 100% obscured). The longest totality is in Mieres at 1m 51s. Peak eclipse occurs around 20:28 local time. Use Heliora to check whether mountains, hills or buildings will block the low sun from your specific viewing spot — terrain matters more than people expect for this low-altitude eclipse.
179
Cities in totality
1m 51s
Longest: Mieres
100%
Max obscuration
20:28
Peak time (local)
Best places in Spain to watch the 2026 eclipse
| City | Totality | Obscuration |
|---|---|---|
| Mieres totality | 1m 51s | 100.00% |
| Oviedo totality | 1m 51s | 100.00% |
| Sama totality | 1m 50s | 100.00% |
| La Felguera totality | 1m 50s | 100.00% |
| Avilés totality | 1m 49s | 100.00% |
| Corvera de Asturias totality | 1m 49s | 100.00% |
| Viveiro totality | 1m 49s | 100.00% |
| Villaquilambre totality | 1m 48s | 100.00% |
| Natahoyo totality | 1m 47s | 100.00% |
| León totality | 1m 47s | 100.00% |
| Gijón totality | 1m 47s | 100.00% |
| San Andrés del Rabanedo totality | 1m 47s | 100.00% |
| Burgos totality | 1m 46s | 100.00% |
| Gamonal totality | 1m 46s | 100.00% |
| Palencia totality | 1m 45s | 100.00% |
| Aranda de Duero totality | 1m 45s | 100.00% |
| Soria totality | 1m 44s | 100.00% |
| Calatayud totality | 1m 43s | 100.00% |
| Benicarló totality | 1m 41s | 100.00% |
| Vinaròs totality | 1m 41s | 100.00% |
| Benicàssim totality | 1m 39s | 100.00% |
| Sant Agustí totality | 1m 39s | 100.00% |
| Son Rapinya totality | 1m 38s | 100.00% |
| Palma totality | 1m 38s | 100.00% |
| Llucmajor totality | 1m 38s | 100.00% |
| Calvià totality | 1m 38s | 100.00% |
| Marratxí totality | 1m 38s | 100.00% |
| Sant Carles de la Ràpita totality | 1m 38s | 100.00% |
| Felanitx totality | 1m 37s | 100.00% |
| El Grao totality | 1m 37s | 100.00% |
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Heliora simulates the 2026 eclipse from any GPS coordinate in Spain with the real terrain horizon. Find out if mountains will block your view.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the 2026 solar eclipse in Spain?
- Maximum eclipse occurs around 20:28 local time on August 12, 2026. The partial phase begins about 1 hour earlier and ends about 1 hour after maximum. Times vary slightly by location within Spain — see your specific city's page for exact times.
- Where is the best place in Spain to watch the 2026 eclipse?
- The longest totality in Spain is in Mieres (1m 51s). Anywhere along the centerline of the path of totality offers the longest experience. The sun will be fairly low above the horizon, so a viewing spot with a clear, unobstructed western horizon is essential — coast lines, hilltops, and west-facing fields are ideal.
- How long does totality last?
- Totality (when the sun is completely covered) lasts about 1-2 minutes for cities on the centerline of the path. Cities on the edge see only seconds. Maximum centerline totality globally is 2m 18s. Local duration depends on how close to the centerline a viewing spot is.
- Do I need eclipse glasses?
- Yes — ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses are required during the partial phases (before and after totality). Only during totality itself can you safely look at the sun without protection. Looking at any portion of the uneclipsed or partially-eclipsed sun without certified glasses can cause permanent eye damage.
- What's the weather like in Spain in August?
- August is generally settled and clear in most of Spain, but verify the forecast 24-48 hours before. Coastal areas can see morning fog. Inland areas tend to be clearer. Have a backup viewing spot in mind in case clouds form over your primary location.
- Why does terrain matter for this eclipse?
- The sun will be at low altitude (under 10° in many places) when totality occurs. At low altitude, even small hills, ridges or buildings on your western horizon can block the view entirely. Heliora uses Mapbox elevation data + 360° ray-casting to show the real terrain horizon from any GPS coordinate, so you can verify your spot has a clear sight line before traveling.