Lleida
Lleida sits inside the path of totality for the August 12, 2026 eclipse. Totality lasts just 34 seconds, from 8:28 PM to 8:29 PM CEST, with the Sun only 5° above the horizon — a razor-thin but real total eclipse. The partial phase begins around 7:34 PM, and the Sun sets at 9:01 PM while still partially eclipsed, so sunset brings the curtain down.
When it happens in Lleida
| Partial begins | 7:34 PM CEST |
| Totality begins | 8:28 PM CEST |
| Maximum (totality, 34 sec) | 8:29 PM CEST |
| Totality ends | 8:29 PM CEST |
| Sun sets — eclipse still in progress | 9:01 PM CEST |
All times local (CEST); the Sun is just 5° up at maximum and sets at 9:01 PM while still eclipsed — the show ends at sunset, so a clear, low horizon is essential.
What you'll see
For those 34 seconds the Sun vanishes completely: the corona appears around a black disc, the sky drops to near-darkness, and the western horizon glows with twilight colours that are strange and beautiful at the same time. It is brief — use it. After totality the Moon slowly uncovers the Sun, but the Sun sets at 9:01 PM still partially eclipsed, so the show ends as the Sun slips below the horizon rather than fully clearing.
Where to watch from
With the Sun just 5° above the horizon at maximum, even a low building, a gentle hill, or a line of trees to the west will block the view entirely. Get to flat, open ground with an unobstructed horizon to the west-north-west — the banks of the Segre river or open farmland on the city's outskirts are your best options.
Where to stand in Lleida
- Look west-northwest — the Sun is 5° above the horizon at maximum, on a bearing of 285°. At that height anything on the skyline — buildings, a low ridge, even tall trees — will hide it, so you need a genuinely open view. The Sun sets at 9:01 PM while still eclipsed, so the show ends at sunset here — there is no second chance later in the evening.
- Be in position by 7:34 PM, when the partial phase starts, and scout the west-northwest 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 Lleida (41.6176, 0.62). Last reviewed 2026-08-16.
Protect your eyes
Wear certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses from the moment the partial phase begins around 7:34 PM. The one and only time it is safe to remove them is during the 34 seconds of totality between 8:28 PM and 8:29 PM CEST — put them straight back on the instant the bright diamond ring reappears, and keep them on until the Sun sets at 9:01 PM.
Common questions
Does Lleida see totality?
Yes, but briefly. Lleida is inside the path of totality and gets 34 seconds of complete coverage, from 8:28 PM to 8:29 PM CEST on August 12, 2026.
What time is the eclipse in Lleida?
The partial phase begins around 7:34 PM CEST. Totality lasts from 8:28 PM to 8:29 PM. The Sun sets at 9:01 PM while still partially eclipsed — that sunset is the end of the show, not the geometric last contact at 9:20 PM, which happens below the horizon.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Lleida?
Yes, for almost the entire event. Keep certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses on from 7:34 PM onward, removing them only during the 34 seconds of totality at 8:28 PM, then putting them back on immediately until the eclipsed Sun sets at 9:01 PM.