Logroño
Logroño sits inside the path of totality on August 12, 2026. The Moon completely covers the Sun from 8:27 PM to 8:29 PM local time (CEST), giving the city 1 minute 24 seconds of true totality, with the Sun just 8° above the horizon — dramatically low and beautiful, but demanding a clear, unobstructed view to the west-north-west. The partial phase begins around 7:33 PM, and the Sun sets at 9:15 PM still partly eclipsed, so sunset is where the show ends.
When it happens in Logroño
| Partial begins | 7:33 PM CEST |
| Totality begins | 8:27 PM CEST |
| Maximum (totality, 1 min 24 sec) | 8:28 PM CEST |
| Totality ends | 8:29 PM CEST |
| Sun sets — eclipse still in progress | 9:15 PM CEST |
All times local (CEST); the Sun is just 8° up at maximum and sets at 9:15 PM while still eclipsed — the show ends at sunset, so a clear, low horizon is essential.
What you'll see
For those 84 seconds, the Sun vanishes entirely: the corona spreads its pale, structured light around a black disc, the sky darkens to a deep twilight, and the air drops noticeably in temperature. Because the Sun is only 8° up, the whole scene sits just above the horizon, framed by the sky colours of a Rioja evening — an unusually dramatic setting for totality. After totality, the partial phase continues but the Sun sets at 9:15 PM while still partly covered, so the eclipse quietly ends as the Sun slips below the horizon.
Where to watch from
At 8° altitude you need a genuinely flat, open view toward the west-north-west — the Ebro riverside parks or any open field outside the city centre will serve you far better than a street or rooftop hemmed in by buildings. Even a gentle hill or a line of trees to the west can swallow the Sun entirely, so scout your spot in advance.
Where to stand in Logroño
- Look west-northwest — the Sun is 8° above the horizon at maximum, on a bearing of 283°. That is low enough that buildings and hills will block it, so an open view along that bearing is essential. The Sun sets at 9:15 PM while still eclipsed, so the show ends at sunset here — there is no second chance later in the evening.
- Be in position by 7:33 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 Logroño (42.4627, -2.445). Last reviewed 2026-08-16.
Protect your eyes
Wear certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses for the full partial phase from around 7:33 PM onward. The only moment it is safe to remove them and look with the naked eye is during totality itself — 8:27 PM to 8:29 PM. The instant the brilliant diamond ring flares back at 8:29 PM, glasses go straight back on; the Sun is still partly eclipsed and completely dangerous to the naked eye until it sets at 9:15 PM.
Common questions
Will Logroño see a total solar eclipse?
Yes. Logroño is inside the path of totality, with 1 minute 24 seconds of complete coverage between 8:27 PM and 8:29 PM local time (CEST) on August 12, 2026.
What time is the eclipse in Logroño?
The partial phase begins around 7:33 PM. Totality runs from 8:27 PM to 8:29 PM. After that the Sun remains partly covered until it sets at 9:15 PM — that sunset is the end of the show, since the geometric end of the eclipse at 9:20 PM happens below the horizon.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Logroño?
Yes, for all of the partial phases. The only exception is the 1 minute 24 seconds of totality between 8:27 PM and 8:29 PM, when the Sun is completely covered and naked-eye viewing is safe. Put your glasses back on the moment totality ends, and keep them on until the Sun sets at 9:15 PM.