Eclipse path
Where Ibiza sits in the shadow
Ibiza sees totality with the Sun only about 3° above the sea just before sunset, so a completely clear western sea horizon is essential — pick a west-coast spot.
Spain · Balearic Islands
2026 Total Solar Eclipse in Ibiza
Ibiza is inside the path of totality for the solar eclipse of 12 August 2026. Maximum eclipse occurs at approximately 20:33 CEST, and totality lasts about 1 min 04 s. At maximum, the Sun is about 3° above the western horizon, so choose an unobstructed viewing location.
Eclipse typeTotal
Maximum Sun obscuration100%
Maximum eclipseapproximately 20:33 CEST
Totality lastsapproximately 1 min 04 s
Local eclipse circumstances for Ibiza
| Maximum eclipse | approximately 20:33 CEST |
|---|---|
| Sun altitude at maximum | 3.0° |
| 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 Ibiza
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Local guide
Ibiza lies inside the path of totality for the 12 August 2026 solar eclipse. The city-centre estimate is ~20:33 CEST with approximately ~1 min 04 s of totality.
Sun and horizon
Where to look
At maximum the Sun sits about 3° above the west-northwest (azimuth approximately 290–300°). An utterly clean western sea horizon is essential at approximately 3°; choose a west-facing coast with nothing on the skyline.
Possible viewing areas
Places to investigate in Ibiza
These are planning leads rather than guaranteed official viewing sites. Check access, closures, safety and the western horizon yourself before eclipse day.
Cap des Falcó / west coast beaches
West-facing shoreline with an open sea horizon toward the setting eclipsed Sun.
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.
38.87000, 1.22000
Es Vedrà viewpoint (Cala d'Hort)
Iconic west-facing clifftop view over the sea — dramatic low-Sun foreground.
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.
38.88000, 1.22000
Travel planning
Getting to and around Ibiza
Airport and ferries, but peak-summer island demand makes accommodation scarce and costly — book far ahead.
Weather strategy
Keep a mobile backup plan
Balearic island near the end of the path; totality with the Sun barely approximately 3° above the sea, minutes before sunset. Island coasts have some of the best August weather on the path. Historical August climate is a guide, not a forecast — check the 48-hour outlook and keep a backup location.
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Local questions
Ibiza eclipse FAQ
Is the 2026 eclipse total in Ibiza?
Yes. Ibiza lies inside the path of totality. Maximum eclipse is around 20:33 CEST, with about 1 min 04 s of totality at the city centre.
Which direction should I look from Ibiza?
Look toward the west-northwest, at an azimuth of approximately 295°. The Sun is about 3° above the horizon at maximum, so check the sightline before eclipse day.
How long does totality last in Ibiza?
Totality lasts about 1 min 04 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.