Deep Partial EclipseAugust 12, 2026
August 12, 2026 Partial Solar Eclipse — Morocco Viewing Guide
Morocco sees a very deep partial — up to ~90% coverage in the north — at sunset.
Morocco's northern regions come remarkably close to the 2026 path of totality. Tangier and Tétouan will see roughly 90% of the Sun covered as it sets, while even Casablanca and Rabat exceed 80% coverage.
Local time
About 20:30 WEST (UTC+01:00) — at sunset.
Max obscuration
87% of the Sun covered
UTC peak
19:30 UTC
Eclipse maximum coincides with sunset — Atlantic and Mediterranean cliff viewpoints are ideal.
Where to watch in Morocco
Cities, towns, and viewing spots ordered from best to broadest coverage. Times shown reflect the maximum eclipse for that location.
Viewing tips for Morocco
- →For totality, a short flight to southern Spain or the Balearics puts you inside the path.
- →The eclipse ends with sunset for most of Morocco — pick an open western horizon.
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