Eclipse path
Where A Coruña sits in the shadow
A Coruña is the first major city in mainland Europe to enter totality on 12 August 2026, at approximately 20:28 CEST, with the Sun approximately 12° high — the best altitude on the Spanish path.
Spain · Galicia
2026 Total Solar Eclipse in A Coruña
A Coruña is inside the path of totality for the solar eclipse of 12 August 2026. Maximum eclipse occurs at approximately 20:28 CEST, and totality lasts about 1 min 16 s. At maximum, the Sun is about 12° above the western horizon, so choose an unobstructed viewing location.
Eclipse typeTotal
Maximum Sun obscuration100%
Maximum eclipseapproximately 20:28 CEST
Totality lastsapproximately 1 min 16 s
Local eclipse circumstances for A Coruña
| Maximum eclipse | approximately 20:28 CEST |
|---|---|
| Sun altitude at maximum | 12.0° |
| Sun azimuth at maximum | 295.0° |
Times are local to the city. Circumstances can change across the urban area, so use the map for your exact viewing point and verify critical values before travel.
City map
Explore the eclipse from A Coruña
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Local guide
A Coruña lies inside the path of totality for the 12 August 2026 solar eclipse. The city-centre estimate is ~20:28 CEST with approximately ~1 min 16 s of totality.
Sun and horizon
Where to look
At maximum the Sun sits about 12° above the west-northwest (azimuth approximately 290–300°). Sun approximately 12° over the WNW — the highest (and so most forgiving) altitude on the Spanish path. Crescent-shaped Riazor and Orzán city beaches face the ocean.
Possible viewing areas
Places to investigate in A Coruña
These are planning leads rather than guaranteed official viewing sites. Check access, closures, safety and the western horizon yourself before eclipse day.
Riazor & Orzán beaches
Central crescent beaches with an open Atlantic horizon; close to the city centre.
Access:
Verify public transport, parking, walking access and accessibility before eclipse day.
Check before travelling:
Confirm opening hours, capacity, permissions and any temporary obstructions; scout the site the evening before at the same time.
43.37000, -8.41000
Tower of Hercules
Roman-era lighthouse on the headland with a commanding sea horizon to the west.
Access:
Verify public transport, parking, walking access and accessibility before eclipse day.
Check before travelling:
Confirm opening hours, capacity, permissions and any temporary obstructions; scout the site the evening before at the same time.
43.38600, -8.40600
Travel planning
Getting to and around A Coruña
AVE high-speed rail and an airport connect it well; as the first totality city it will draw big crowds to the seafront.
Weather strategy
Keep a mobile backup plan
First mainland-Europe city into totality; Atlantic coast means a beautiful ocean horizon but higher (approximately 60%) August cloud risk — keep an inland backup. Historical August climate is a guide, not a forecast — check the 48-hour outlook and keep a backup location.
Nearby alternatives
Compare other eclipse cities
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Total 100% · approximately 20:28 CEST
Distance: 210 km
Total eclipse; maximum around 20:28 CEST with about 1 min 48 s of totality.
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Rio de Onor
Total 100% · approximately 19:30 WEST
Distance: 220 km
Total eclipse; maximum around 19:30 WEST with about 12 s of totality.
Spain · Asturias
Gijón
Total 100% · approximately 20:27 CEST
Distance: 220 km
Total eclipse; maximum around 20:27 CEST with about 1 min 44 s of totality.
Portugal · Porto District
Porto
Partial approximately 94% · approximately 19:27 WEST
Distance: 250 km
Partial eclipse; about 94% obscuration around 19:27 WEST.
Local questions
A Coruña eclipse FAQ
Is the 2026 eclipse total in A Coruña?
Yes. A Coruña lies inside the path of totality. Maximum eclipse is around 20:28 CEST, with about 1 min 16 s of totality at the city centre.
Which direction should I look from A Coruña?
Look toward the west-northwest, at an azimuth of approximately 295°. The Sun is about 12° above the horizon at maximum, so check the sightline before eclipse day.
How long does totality last in A Coruña?
Totality lasts about 1 min 16 s at the city centre. The exact duration changes slightly across the surrounding area.
Sources and review notes
- NationalEclipse.com — 2026 city data (NASA/Espenak) — Totality start times and durations
- Instituto Geográfico Nacional (IGN), Spain — Official Spanish eclipse circumstances
- timeanddate.com — 12 August 2026 eclipse — Global timings and obscuration
City guide last reviewed: 2026-07-10.