Valladolid
Valladolid sits inside the path of totality for the August 12, 2026 eclipse. The Moon completely covers the Sun from 8:29 PM to 8:31 PM local time (CEST), giving you 1 minute 31 seconds of true totality, with the Sun just 9° above the horizon. The partial phase begins around 7:34 PM, and the Sun sets at 9:22 PM while still partly eclipsed — sunset ends the show, not the eclipse itself.
When it happens in Valladolid
| Partial begins | 7:34 PM CEST |
| Totality begins | 8:29 PM CEST |
| Maximum (totality, 1 min 31 sec) | 8:30 PM CEST |
| Totality ends | 8:31 PM CEST |
| Sun sets — eclipse still in progress | 9:22 PM CEST |
All times local (CEST); the Sun is just 9° up at maximum and sets at 9:22 PM while still eclipsed — the show ends at sunset, so a clear, low horizon is essential.
What you'll see
During those 91 seconds of totality, the sky drops to a deep twilight, the Sun's corona appears as a soft white halo around a black disc, and the brightest planets may pop into view low in the west. Because the Sun is only 9° up, the effect is especially dramatic — totality hanging just above the rooftops or countryside — but the low angle also means any cloud, haze, or building on the western horizon could block it entirely. After totality the partial phase continues until the still-eclipsed Sun slips below the horizon at 9:22 PM.
Where to watch from
With the Sun only 9° above the horizon at maximum, a completely clear and flat view to the west-north-west is not optional — it is the whole plan. Head to open farmland on the edge of the city, a riverbank with a long westward view, or any elevated spot free of buildings and trees in that direction.
Where to stand in Valladolid
- Look west-northwest — the Sun is 9° above the horizon at maximum, on a bearing of 282°. That is low enough that buildings and hills will block it, so an open view along that bearing is essential. The Sun sets at 9:22 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 Valladolid (41.6523, -4.7245). Last reviewed 2026-08-16.
Protect your eyes
Wear certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses throughout the partial phase from 7:34 PM onward. The only moment it is safe to remove them and look with the naked eye is during totality itself — 8:29 PM to 8:31 PM. The instant the bright diamond ring reappears at 8:31 PM, the glasses go straight back on and stay on until the Sun sets at 9:22 PM.
Common questions
Will Valladolid see a total solar eclipse?
Yes. Valladolid is inside the path of totality, with 1 minute 31 seconds of complete coverage from 8:29 PM to 8:31 PM local time (CEST) on August 12, 2026. The Sun is very low — only 9° up — so a clear western horizon is essential.
What time is the eclipse in Valladolid?
The partial phase begins around 7:34 PM CEST. Totality runs from 8:29 PM to 8:31 PM. After that the partial phase continues until the Sun sets at 9:22 PM while still eclipsed — that sunset is the end of the event for Valladolid viewers.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Valladolid?
Yes, for the entire partial phase. You can safely remove them only during the 1 minute 31 seconds of totality between 8:29 PM and 8:31 PM. Put them back on the moment the bright Sun returns, and keep them on until sunset at 9:22 PM.