Viewing advice
Totality was only on the path itself, crossing Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. Everywhere else in Europe saw a partial eclipse, which looks nothing like the real thing.
Total Solar Eclipse over the Arctic happened August 12, 2026. Timing status: Predicted dates.
The first total eclipse over mainland Europe since 1999.
The Moon's shadow took an unusual path across the Arctic, going dark over Iceland in mid-afternoon before reaching northern Spain low on the horizon at sunset. Totality ran just over two minutes.
Where to view it
Only the bright line sees totality, when the Sun goes fully dark. Anywhere off the line, nearby regions get a partial eclipse, so you'll want to travel to the path. Tap a marker on it to plan a trip from that spot.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Total Solar Eclipse over the Arctic 2026?
Total Solar Eclipse over the Arctic 2026 happened August 12, 2026.