Deep Partial EclipseAugust 12, 2026
August 12, 2026 Partial Solar Eclipse — Germany Viewing Guide
Germany sees a deep partial — 80–85% coverage, deepest in the west.
The August 12, 2026 eclipse produces a very deep partial across Germany, with coverage ranging from about 85% in the southwest to 78% in the northeast. The eclipse happens in the early evening with the Sun low in the west-northwest.
Local time
About 21:20 CEST (UTC+02:00) — early evening near sunset.
Max obscuration
82% of the Sun covered
UTC peak
19:20 UTC
Where to watch in Germany
Cities, towns, and viewing spots ordered from best to broadest coverage. Times shown reflect the maximum eclipse for that location.
Viewing tips for Germany
- →Use ISO-12312-2 eclipse glasses throughout the entire partial phase.
- →For totality, a short flight to Spain, Iceland, or Portugal is the practical option from Germany.
Other countries on August 12, 2026
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