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Solar eclipse of Aug 12, 2026 in Minsk
Partial: 81% of the Sun covered from Minsk, Belarus, with maximum at 21:00 local time. Every time below is computed for Minsk, Belarus's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 81% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins20:10 · Sun at 4°
- ◐Maximum21:00 · Sun at -2°
- ◕Partial ends21:49 · Sun at -8°
⚠ The Sun is below the horizon at maximum from Minsk, Belarus — you'll see the early phases before sunset, not the peak.
🚗 Totality is ~2480 km away in Palma de Mallorca, Spain — 1m 39s of darkness. See its timetable.
🕶 Certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required for all partial phases.
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Space Time simulates this exact eclipse for Minsk, Belarus: 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 Minsk, Belarus?
Yes. Partial: 81% of the Sun covered from Minsk, Belarus, with maximum at 21:00 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Minsk, Belarus?
The partial phase begins at 20:10, maximum is at 21:00, and it ends at 21:49 (local time for Minsk, Belarus).
How much of the Sun is covered in Minsk, Belarus?
81% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Minsk, Belarus?
About 2480 km away in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, which gets 1m 39s 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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