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Solar eclipse of Aug 12, 2026 in Helsinki
Partial: 80% of the Sun covered from Helsinki, Finland, with maximum at 20:52 local time. Times use the city’s reference coordinates, not your precise observing site.
Partial — 80% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins20:00 · Sun at 9°
- ◐Maximum20:52 · Sun at 3°
- ◕Partial ends21:42 · Sun at -2°
⚠ The Sun sets mid-eclipse from Helsinki, Finland — you'll see the first part of the eclipse low over the horizon.
🚗 Totality is ~2480 km away in Reykjavík, Iceland — 1m 05s of darkness. See its timetable.
🕶 Certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required for all partial phases.
Watch it in 3D — before the day, or on it
Space Time models this eclipse for Helsinki, Finland using Astronomy Engine. Local terrain, atmospheric conditions and shadow-limb assumptions can affect a real observing site, especially near a path edge. The dated 3D view is a simulation, not a live camera feed. Weather is available only within the forecast window. Review NASA’s eclipse-viewing safety guidance before observing.
Eclipse times in nearby cities
FAQ
Is the Aug 12, 2026 solar eclipse visible in Helsinki, Finland?
Yes. Partial: 80% of the Sun covered from Helsinki, Finland, with maximum at 20:52 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Helsinki, Finland?
The partial phase begins at 20:00, maximum is at 20:52, and it ends at 21:42 (local time for Helsinki, Finland).
How much of the Sun is covered in Helsinki, Finland?
80% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Helsinki, Finland?
About 2480 km away in Reykjavík, Iceland, which gets 1m 05s of total darkness.
Do I need eclipse glasses?
Use eclipse viewers meeting ISO 12312-2 for all partial and annular phases. Remove them only during complete totality inside the total eclipse path. Ordinary sunglasses are not suitable. Cameras, binoculars and telescopes need appropriate front-mounted solar filters; see NASA’s viewing-safety guidance.
Is Space Time free?
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