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Solar eclipse of Aug 12, 2026 in Nouakchott
Partial: 46% of the Sun covered from Nouakchott, Mauritania, with maximum at 19:07 local time. Every time below is computed for Nouakchott, Mauritania's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 46% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins18:17 · Sun at 16°
- ◐Maximum19:07 · Sun at 5°
- ◕Partial ends19:53 · Sun at -5°
⚠ The Sun sets mid-eclipse from Nouakchott, Mauritania — you'll see the first part of the eclipse low over the horizon.
🚗 Totality is ~2830 km away in Valencia, Spain — 1m 06s 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 Nouakchott, Mauritania: 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 Nouakchott, Mauritania?
Yes. Partial: 46% of the Sun covered from Nouakchott, Mauritania, with maximum at 19:07 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Nouakchott, Mauritania?
The partial phase begins at 18:17, maximum is at 19:07, and it ends at 19:53 (local time for Nouakchott, Mauritania).
How much of the Sun is covered in Nouakchott, Mauritania?
46% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Nouakchott, Mauritania?
About 2830 km away in Valencia, Spain, which gets 1m 06s 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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