A Coruña
A Coruña sits inside the path of totality for the August 12, 2026 eclipse. The Moon completely covers the Sun from 8:27 PM to 8:28 PM local time (CEST), giving you 1 minute 20 seconds of true totality with the Sun just 12° above the horizon — low, dramatic, and unforgettable.
When it happens in A Coruña
| Partial begins | 7:30 PM CEST |
| Totality begins | 8:27 PM CEST |
| Maximum (totality, 1 min 20 sec) | 8:28 PM CEST |
| Totality ends | 8:28 PM CEST |
| Partial ends | 9:21 PM CEST |
All times local (CEST); the Sun is 12° above the horizon at maximum.
What you'll see
For those 80 seconds, day collapses into deep twilight: the Sun's pearly corona surrounds a black disc hanging low over the Atlantic, planets and bright stars may appear, and the air will cool noticeably. Because the Sun is so close to the horizon, the corona will be framed against the warm colours of an early dusk — a rarer and more striking composition than a high-Sun totality.
Where to watch from
At only 12° up, any building, hill, or sea haze to the west-north-west will steal your totality. Head to the waterfront — the Paseo Marítimo or the Tower of Hercules headland both give a wide, flat view over the sea in exactly the right direction. Arrive early and confirm nothing blocks that low horizon.
Where to stand in A Coruña
- Look west — the Sun is 12° above the horizon at maximum, on a bearing of 279°. That is low enough that buildings and hills will block it, so an open view along that bearing is essential.
- Be in position by 7:30 PM, when the partial phase starts, and scout the west skyline from your spot the day before if you can.
- Check before you travel: AEMET (Spanish State Meteorological Agency) for cloud cover, and DGT traffic and road status for road status. Both are official national services and open in a new tab.
Horizon direction and altitude computed with Astronomy Engine for A Coruña (43.3623, -8.4115). Last reviewed 2026-08-16.
Protect your eyes
Wear certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses throughout the partial phase, from first contact around 7:30 PM until totality begins at 8:27 PM. The only moment it is safe to look with the naked eye is during those 1 minute 20 seconds of totality itself. The instant the brilliant diamond ring flares back at 8:28 PM, glasses go straight back on — and stay on until the eclipse ends around 9:21 PM.
Common questions
Will A Coruña see a total solar eclipse?
Yes. A Coruña is inside the path of totality, with 1 minute 20 seconds of complete coverage between 8:27 PM and 8:28 PM local time (CEST) on August 12, 2026.
What time does the eclipse peak in A Coruña?
The partial phase begins around 7:30 PM, totality runs from 8:27 PM to 8:28 PM, and the eclipse ends by about 9:21 PM — all in local time (CEST).
Do I need eclipse glasses in A Coruña?
Yes, for the entire partial phase before and after totality. The only exception is during the 1 minute 20 seconds of totality itself, when the Sun is fully covered and naked-eye viewing is safe. Glasses must go back on the moment totality ends.