12 August 2026
Total Solar Eclipse
During the evening of Wednesday, 12 August 2026, the first total solar eclipse visible from the Iberian Peninsula in more than a century took place.
ECLIPSES VISIBLE IN SPAIN 2026 · 2027 · 2028 THREE UNIQUE ASTRONOMICAL EVENTS
Official astronomical information provided by the National Geographic Institute in accordance with the calculations carried out by the National Astronomical Observatory .
Discover the fascinating solar eclipses that will be visible in the skies over Spain in 2026, 2027 and 2028. A unique opportunity to observe and celebrate these cosmic spectacles that connect us with the vastness of the universe. Read more
2 August 2027
Solar Total Eclipse
Continuing the sequence of the three Iberian eclipses, on 2 August 2027 a new total solar eclipse will take place, visible from the Iberian Peninsula.
26 January 2028
Annular Solar Eclipse
Following the two total eclipses of the previous years, on 26 January 2028 a new solar eclipse will take place, this time annular, visible from Spain.
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Until the eclipse on 02/08/2027
The moment the eclipse begins in Spain. The first place from which the partial eclipse will be visible is the western part of the island of El Hierro, at 08:32:17 Canary Islands Official Time (09:32:17 Mainland Spain Official Time). Check the exact start time at your location using our visualiser .
INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Explore and discover more information to enjoy this celestial phenomenon
What is an eclipse
How to observe eclipses
Protect your eyes
What can be seen during a total eclipse
Curiosities and future eclipses
Viewing conditions from each location
Practical recommendations
Meteorological information
Astrophotography
Eclipses for children
Resources for teachers
The science of eclipses
Eclipses in history
Eclipses in art and mythology
Experience the eclipse safely
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