Solar Eclipse 2026 in Monforte de Lemos, Spain
Total August 12, 2026
On August 12, 2026, Monforte de Lemos 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 11° above the horizon toward the W. Totality lasts 51s, during which the solar corona and bright stars become visible. At only 11° elevation, an obstacle taller than 194 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 Monforte de Lemos 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 Monforte de Lemos?
- The partial phase begins at 19:32 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 20:29.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Monforte de Lemos?
- Yes, Monforte de Lemos is within the path of totality. The sun will be completely obscured for 51s.
- 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 Monforte de Lemos?
- The sun will be at 11° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the W. Since it will be quite low, find a spot with a clear horizon.
- Can terrain block my view of the eclipse in Monforte de Lemos?
- Yes — with the sun at only 11°, 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.