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Solar eclipse of Aug 12, 2026 in Saint Petersburg
Partial: 79% of the Sun covered from Saint Petersburg, Russia, with maximum at 20:50 local time. Every time below is computed for Saint Petersburg, Russia's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 79% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins19:59 · Sun at 6°
- ◐Maximum20:50 · Sun at 1°
- ◕Partial ends21:40 · Sun at -4°
⚠ The Sun sets mid-eclipse from Saint Petersburg, Russia — you'll see the first part of the eclipse low over the horizon.
🚗 Totality is ~2770 km away in Reykjavík, Iceland — 1m 05s 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 Saint Petersburg, Russia: 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 Saint Petersburg, Russia?
Yes. Partial: 79% of the Sun covered from Saint Petersburg, Russia, with maximum at 20:50 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Saint Petersburg, Russia?
The partial phase begins at 19:59, maximum is at 20:50, and it ends at 21:40 (local time for Saint Petersburg, Russia).
How much of the Sun is covered in Saint Petersburg, Russia?
79% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Saint Petersburg, Russia?
About 2770 km away in Reykjavík, Iceland, which gets 1m 05s 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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