Solar Eclipse 2026
Solar Eclipse 2026 in Ponta Delgada, Portugal
Partial August 12, 2026
On August 12, 2026, Ponta Delgada will experience a partial solar eclipse with 76.81% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 18:37 local time, with the sun 23° above the W horizon. While totality won't be reached here, the partial eclipse will be clearly visible with certified eclipse glasses. Use Heliora to see a 3D simulation of the eclipse from any vantage point, with real terrain on the horizon. All times computed from a precision astronomical engine.
17:36
Partial begins
18:37
Maximum
19:33
Partial ends
76.81%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
23°
Sun altitude
Unlike generic calculators, Heliora shows a 3D sky simulation from Ponta Delgada 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 Ponta Delgada?
- The partial phase begins at 17:36 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 18:37.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Ponta Delgada?
- From Ponta Delgada the eclipse will be partial, with 76.81% of the sun's disc obscured.
- Do I need special glasses?
- Yes — you always need ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses to safely observe a partial eclipse.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Ponta Delgada?
- The sun will be at 23° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the W.
- Can terrain block my view of the eclipse in Ponta Delgada?
- At higher sun angles terrain is less likely to block the view, but local obstructions can still matter. 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.