Switzerland · Zurich
Zurich is outside the path of totality but sees a partial solar eclipse on 12 August 2026. Maximum eclipse occurs at approximately 20:24 CEST, with about 85% of the Sun obscured. The Sun is about 7° above the western horizon, so use certified eclipse glasses throughout and choose an open viewing location.
| Maximum eclipse | approximately 20:24 CEST |
|---|---|
| Sun altitude at maximum | 7.0° |
| 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
The map opens around the city. Click your intended viewing location to request detailed eclipse circumstances from the calculator.
Local guide
Zurich will see a partial solar eclipse on 12 August 2026. Around maximum, approximately ~85% of the Sun will be obscured at about ~20:24 CEST.
Eclipse path
Zurich is outside the 2026 path of totality, so there is no corona or full darkness here — only a deep partial eclipse. Magnitude approximately 0.92 but Sun very low near maximum; pick an elevated western viewpoint.
Sun and horizon
Look toward the west-northwest (azimuth approximately 290–300°), where the Sun sits about 7° above the horizon at maximum. Choose an open, low western horizon.
Weather strategy
Check the local evening forecast; because the Sun is low, even distant horizon cloud can hide the crescent.
Nearby alternatives
Italy · Lombardy
Partial approximately 78% · approximately 20:26 CEST
Distance: 220 km
Partial eclipse; about 78% obscuration around 20:26 CEST.
Germany · Bavaria
Partial approximately 80% · approximately 20:22 CEST
Distance: 240 km
Partial eclipse; about 80% obscuration around 20:22 CEST.
France · Île-de-France
Partial approximately 92% · approximately 20:22 CEST
Distance: 490 km
Partial eclipse; about 92% obscuration around 20:22 CEST.
Belgium · Brussels-Capital
Partial approximately 89% · approximately 20:22 CEST
Distance: 490 km
Partial eclipse; about 89% obscuration around 20:22 CEST.
Local questions
No. Zurich sees a partial eclipse, with about 85% obscuration at maximum around 20:24 CEST. Certified eclipse glasses are required throughout.
Yes — for the entire eclipse. Because the Sun is never fully covered here, certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required at all times; there is no safe moment to look without them.
City guide last reviewed: 2026-07-10.