Eclipse path
Where Valencia sits in the shadow
Valencia sees about one minute of totality at approximately 20:32 CEST. It sits near the southern edge, so a short trip toward Castellón lengthens the eclipse.
Spain · Valencian Community
2026 Total Solar Eclipse in Valencia
Valencia 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 01 s. At maximum, the Sun is about 5° above the western horizon, so choose an unobstructed viewing location.
Eclipse typeTotal
Maximum Sun obscuration100%
Maximum eclipseapproximately 20:33 CEST
Totality lastsapproximately 1 min 01 s
Local eclipse circumstances for Valencia
| Maximum eclipse | approximately 20:33 CEST |
|---|---|
| Sun altitude at maximum | 5.0° |
| 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
Valencia 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 01 s of totality.
Sun and horizon
Where to look
At maximum the Sun sits about 5° above the west-northwest (azimuth approximately 290–300°). At approximately 5° a clear western horizon is essential; the coast faces east, so head to open western edges of the city or slightly inland.
Possible viewing areas
Places to investigate in Valencia
These are planning leads rather than guaranteed official viewing sites. Check access, closures, safety and the western horizon yourself before eclipse day.
Turia Gardens (western end)
Long former-riverbed park cutting west across the city with open sky.
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.
39.48000, -0.40000
L'Albufera (west/inland)
Flat lagoon and ricefields south of the city with wide horizons.
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.
39.34000, -0.35000
Travel planning
Getting to and around Valencia
Major airport and AVE hub with abundant accommodation — the most amenity-rich base near the southern path, though totality is short.
Weather strategy
Keep a mobile backup plan
Spain's third-largest city, near the southern edge of the path; approximately 1 min of totality at approximately 20:32 CEST. Good coastal weather odds but very low Sun. 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
Valencia eclipse FAQ
Is the 2026 eclipse total in Valencia?
Yes. Valencia lies inside the path of totality. Maximum eclipse is around 20:33 CEST, with about 1 min 01 s of totality at the city centre.
Which direction should I look from Valencia?
Look toward the west-northwest, at an azimuth of approximately 295°. The Sun is about 5° above the horizon at maximum, so check the sightline before eclipse day.
How long does totality last in Valencia?
Totality lasts about 1 min 01 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.