← Sky events · Total Solar Eclipse — August 12, 2026 (Greenland, Iceland, Spain)

Spain 2026 eclipse recap: what's next

The headline event has passed — see what's next below.

The August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse crossed Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain (NASA: max totality 2m 18s). This event is now past.

Spain's eclipse triple

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FAQ

When is the next total solar eclipse in Spain?

August 2, 2027, across southern Spain including Tarifa and Cádiz.

Is there an eclipse in Spain in 2028?

Yes, an annular solar eclipse on January 26, 2028, near sunset in southern Spain.

Sources: eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov. "Computed" values were calculated with Astronomy Engine and may differ by a few seconds from official predictions. Always confirm before you travel.

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