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Solar eclipse of Aug 12, 2026 in Madrid
At the very edge of totality (>99.9% covered) from Madrid, Spain, with maximum at 20:32 local time. Every time below is computed for Madrid, Spain's exact coordinates — to go.
At the very edge of totality (>99.9% of the Sun covered)
- ◔Partial begins19:36 · Sun at 18°
- ◐Maximum20:32 · Sun at 7°
- ◕Partial ends21:24 · Sun at -2°
⚠ The Sun sets mid-eclipse from Madrid, Spain — you'll see the first part of the eclipse low over the horizon.
🚗 Totality is ~210 km away in Burgos, Spain — 1m 47s 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 simulates this exact eclipse for Madrid, Spain: the Moon's disc crossing the Sun at the real times above, the sky darkening at totality, or the Moon's shadow racing across Earth seen from space. On eclipse day, the local companion gives you a live countdown and a cloud forecast for eclipse hour.
Eclipse times in nearby cities
FAQ
Is the Aug 12, 2026 solar eclipse visible in Madrid, Spain?
Yes. At the very edge of totality (>99.9% covered) from Madrid, Spain, with maximum at 20:32 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Madrid, Spain?
The partial phase begins at 19:36, maximum is at 20:32, and it ends at 21:24 (local time for Madrid, Spain).
How much of the Sun is covered in Madrid, Spain?
More than 99.9% — Madrid, Spain sits at the very edge of the path of totality.
Where is the nearest totality to Madrid, Spain?
About 210 km away in Burgos, Spain, which gets 1m 47s of total darkness.
Do I need eclipse glasses?
Yes — certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required for every partial phase. Only during the brief moments of totality (inside the path) is it safe to look with the naked eye.
Is Space Time free?
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