- The total solar eclipse will cross Spain this Wednesday at sunset, peaking around 8.30 pm (20:30).
- Not all of Spain will see a total eclipse; the path of totality will cross parts of the north and east of the peninsula before reaching the Balearic Islands.
- In cities within the path of totality, the eclipse will occur between 20:26 and 20:33, with totality lasting from about 24 seconds to 1 minute 48 seconds.
- Two of Spain’s most populous cities, Madrid and Barcelona, will lie outside the main path of totality and will experience a partial eclipse, with maximum obscuration at around 20:32 and 20:29 respectively.
- The eclipse will be visible, at least partially, from all Spanish territory, including the Canary Islands.
- The time differences between cities are due to the path of the Moon’s shadow, which enters from the west and crosses Spain towards the Balearic Islands.
- Because the eclipse coincides with sunset, it is important to choose a place with a clear view to the west, without buildings, mountains or trees blocking the Sun.
- Within the path of totality, the sky will darken rapidly and the solar corona will be visible; outside that path, the sky will never take on the characteristic appearance of a total eclipse.
- Observers must not look directly at the Sun without certified protective equipment during the partial phases; ordinary sunglasses are not suitable.
A total solar eclipse will cross Spain on Wednesday, peaking at around 20:30. The path of totality will traverse parts of the north and east of the peninsula before reaching the Balearic Islands.3
La Coruña will experience totality from 20:27 to 20:28, lasting approximately 1 minute and 18 seconds.
Other cities like Oviedo will see totality between 20:27 and 20:28 for about 1 minute and 48 seconds, while Bilbao will have a shorter totality of about 27 seconds around 20:27.
However, major cities like Madrid and Barcelona will only witness partial eclipses, with maximum obscuration at 20:32 and 20:29, respectively.262728
The eclipse coincides with sunset, making it crucial to find a location with a clear view to the west.32
Observers in the path of totality will see the solar corona, while those outside will not experience total darkness.3334
It is essential to use certified protective equipment when viewing the eclipse, as ordinary sunglasses are inadequate for safety.35
The eclipse will be visible from all Spanish territory, including the Canary Islands, but the experience will vary significantly depending on location.29
“Within the path of totality, totality lasts from 24 seconds to 1 minute 48 seconds, with the solar corona visible. Observers must use certified protective equipment during partial phases, as ordinary sunglasses are not suitable.”
Euronews.com
