Solar Eclipse 2026 in Alcamo, Italy
Total August 12, 2026
On August 12, 2026, Alcamo will experience a total solar eclipse with 100.00% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:29 local time, with the sun -5° above the horizon toward the WNW. Totality lasts 56s, during which the solar corona and bright stars become visible. At only -5° elevation, an obstacle taller than -87 m within 1 km blocks the eclipsed sun in that direction — use Heliora's 3D sky simulation to check whether mountains, hills, or buildings obstruct the view from your exact spot. All times computed from a precision astronomical engine.
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A live hour-by-hour cloud forecast for eclipse day will be available here from July 27, 2026, when August 12 enters the 16-day forecast window.
Unlike generic calculators, Heliora shows a 3D sky simulation from Alcamo with real terrain — see if mountains or buildings block the low sun during the eclipse
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Alcamo?
- The partial phase begins at 19:38 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 20:29.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Alcamo?
- Yes, Alcamo is within the path of totality. The sun will be completely obscured for 56s.
- Do I need special glasses?
- Yes — ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses are required during partial phases. Only during totality can you look without protection.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Alcamo?
- The sun will be at -5° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the WNW. Since it will be quite low, find a spot with a clear horizon.
- Can terrain block my view of the eclipse in Alcamo?
- Yes — with the sun at only -5°, mountains, hills, or tall buildings could easily block your view. Heliora's 3D sky simulation uses real elevation data to show the exact terrain horizon from any point. Drop a pin at your planned viewing spot to check if the sun is clear of obstacles during the eclipse.
Next Total Eclipse: August 2, 2027
The next total solar eclipse comes less than a year later, on August 2, 2027 — the longest land totality between 1991 and 2114, reaching 6m 22s near Luxor, Egypt. The path of totality crosses southern Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Somalia.