Zaragoza
Zaragoza falls inside the path of totality on August 12, 2026. The Moon completely covers the Sun from 8:28 PM to 8:30 PM CEST, giving the city 1 minute 27 seconds of true totality, with the Sun just 6° above the horizon — a dramatic, low-sky event at the edge of sunset.
When it happens in Zaragoza
| Partial begins | 7:34 PM CEST |
| Totality begins | 8:28 PM CEST |
| Maximum (totality, 1 min 27 sec) | 8:29 PM CEST |
| Totality ends | 8:30 PM CEST |
| Sun sets — eclipse still in progress | 9:07 PM CEST |
All times local (CEST); the Sun is just 6° up at maximum and sets at 9:07 PM while still eclipsed — the show ends at sunset, so a clear, low horizon is essential.
What you'll see
During those 87 seconds the sky drops to deep twilight, the Sun's corona appears around a jet-black disc, and the brightest planets may pop into view just above the western horizon. Because the Sun sits so low, the colours of a sunset will frame the whole scene in a way that is genuinely rare. After totality the Moon continues to cover part of the Sun, but the Sun sets at 9:07 PM while still eclipsed — the show ends at the horizon, not by the Moon moving away.
Where to watch from
At 6° altitude, any building, ridge, or patch of haze to the west will block the view entirely. Head to the banks of the Ebro, a park with open western exposure, or — better still — flat land outside the city with an unobstructed horizon toward the west-north-west. The lower the obstacles around you, the more of this eclipse you will actually see.
Where to stand in Zaragoza
- Look west-northwest — the Sun is 6° above the horizon at maximum, on a bearing of 285°. That is low enough that buildings and hills will block it, so an open view along that bearing is essential. The Sun sets at 9:07 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 Zaragoza (41.6488, -0.8891). Last reviewed 2026-08-16.
Protect your eyes
Wear certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses from the first partial bite around 7:34 PM right up until totality begins at 8:28 PM. The only moment it is safe to remove them is during the 1 minute 27 seconds of totality itself — when the Sun is completely covered. The instant the brilliant diamond ring returns at 8:30 PM, put them straight back on and keep them on until the Sun sets at 9:07 PM.
Common questions
Will Zaragoza see totality?
Yes. Zaragoza is inside the path of totality, with 1 minute 27 seconds of complete coverage between 8:28 PM and 8:30 PM CEST on August 12, 2026. The Sun is only 6° above the horizon at that point, so a clear western view is essential.
What time is the eclipse in Zaragoza?
The partial phase begins around 7:34 PM CEST, totality runs from 8:28 PM to 8:30 PM, and then the Sun continues partly eclipsed until it sets at 9:07 PM — that sunset is the end of the show, as the geometric end of the eclipse happens below the horizon.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Zaragoza?
Yes, for almost the entire event. Keep certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses on from the start at 7:34 PM until totality begins at 8:28 PM, then again from 8:30 PM until sunset at 9:07 PM. The only naked-eye window is the 1 minute 27 seconds of totality itself.