Eclipse path
Where San Sebastián de los Reyes sits in the shadow
San Sebastián de los Reyes lies right on the southern edge of the path, so totality (if reached) is very brief. Most visitors should drive north along the A-1 into deeper totality.
Spain · Community of Madrid
2026 Total Solar Eclipse in San Sebastián de los Reyes
San Sebastián de los Reyes is inside the path of totality for the solar eclipse of 12 August 2026. Maximum eclipse occurs at approximately 20:32 CEST, and totality lasts about 24 s. At maximum, the Sun is about 8° above the western horizon, so choose an unobstructed viewing location.
Eclipse typeTotal
Maximum Sun obscuration100%
Maximum eclipseapproximately 20:32 CEST
Totality lastsapproximately 24 s
Local eclipse circumstances for San Sebastián de los Reyes
| Maximum eclipse | approximately 20:32 CEST |
|---|---|
| Sun altitude at maximum | 8.0° |
| 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.
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Local guide
San Sebastián de los Reyes lies inside the path of totality for the 12 August 2026 solar eclipse. The city-centre estimate is ~20:32 CEST with approximately ~24 s of totality.
Sun and horizon
Where to look
At maximum the Sun sits about 8° above the west-northwest (azimuth approximately 290–300°). Very short totality and edge-of-path position mean precise location matters enormously; move north along the A-1 for a safer, longer view.
Possible viewing areas
Places to investigate in San Sebastián de los Reyes
These are planning leads rather than guaranteed official viewing sites. Check access, closures, safety and the western horizon yourself before eclipse day.
North along the A-1 toward the centre line
Drive north into deeper totality; the A-1 and A-2 reach the longest durations.
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.
40.60000, -3.63000
Open ground north of the town
Edge-of-path fields — verify exact totality limits before choosing a spot.
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.
40.57000, -3.62000
Travel planning
Getting to and around San Sebastián de los Reyes
On Madrid's Cercanías rail and the A-1 motorway, so extremely easy to reach — a convenient jumping-off point into the path for Madrid's millions.
Weather strategy
Keep a mobile backup plan
A northern suburb of Madrid that just clips the southern edge of the path — only the very north of the area reaches totality, and briefly. Weather odds are good but geometry is marginal. 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
San Sebastián de los Reyes eclipse FAQ
Is the 2026 eclipse total in San Sebastián de los Reyes?
Yes. San Sebastián de los Reyes lies inside the path of totality. Maximum eclipse is around 20:32 CEST, with about 24 s of totality at the city centre.
Which direction should I look from San Sebastián de los Reyes?
Look toward the west-northwest, at an azimuth of approximately 295°. The Sun is about 8° above the horizon at maximum, so check the sightline before eclipse day.
How long does totality last in San Sebastián de los Reyes?
Totality lasts about 24 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.