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Partielle Sonnenfinsternis · 12 August 2026

Where to watch the 2026 solar eclipse in Limerick

Limerick sees a deep partial eclipse of around 96% on 12 August 2026, with the Sun almost 16° above the horizon and the Shannon estuary opening the view west.

Partielle Finsternis Get certified eclipse glasses

Maximum~19:11 ISTMunster · 12 Aug 2026 · maximum eclipse

Dauer~1h 53m of partial eclipseThis is the full partial eclipse from first to last contact. There is no totality here — the Sun is never completely covered, so there is no corona and no moment when it is safe to look without protection.

Sonnenhöhe~16° above the WNW horizonhigh enough that cloud, not terrain, is the risk

Bedeckungsgrad96.0% (partial)Limerick is OUTSIDE the path of totality. About 96.0% of the Sun is covered at maximum — a deep partial eclipse, but not a total one. The corona never appears and the sky does not go dark.

Heiterkeitschance Cloud is very likely · ≈42%Ireland in August is cloudy more often than not, and conditions change fast. Mobility and low expectations both help — but the Sun is high enough that a moderate gap in the cloud is all you need.

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Limerick sees a deep partial eclipse of around 96% on 12 August 2026, with the Sun almost 16° above the horizon and the Shannon estuary opening the view west.

Below: Limerick's exact timings, the estuary and hillside viewpoints, the honest weather picture, and where coverage runs deeper still.

Die Zeitleiste

Wann die Finsternis stattfindet

~18:13 ISTPartielle Phase beginnt — erster "Biss" aus der Sonne

~19:11 ISTPartiell — ~1h 53m of partial eclipse. Brille nur bei totaler Finsternis ablegen.

~21:06 ISTPartial ends ~20:06 IST

The partial eclipse runs from about 18:13 to 20:06 IST, with maximum coverage of 96.0% at around 19:11. The whole eclipse finishes before sunset at 21:06 IST, so you are not racing the horizon here.

Wo man sich aufstellen sollte

Die besten Beobachtungsplätze

Shannon estuary, west of the city

Riverside · open

Wide open corridor west

The widening estuary gives a flat, unobstructed sightline toward the setting Sun — the best local geometry.

Kilkee and the Clare coast

Coast · Atlantic

Open ocean horizon

An hour west, the Clare coast offers full Atlantic horizons and dramatic cliffs.

Cliffs of Moher

Cliff · elevated

Height and open ocean

The cliffs give both elevation and an unbroken western sea horizon — spectacular, though crowded and exposed.

Lough Gur and the eastern hills

Inland · elevated

Alternative weather draw

The higher ground south-east of Limerick often escapes coastal cloud and gives open views.

South-west to Kerry

Deepest in Ireland

Kerry ~97%

Kerry sees slightly deeper coverage at around 97%, with the same excellent Sun altitude and better coastal scenery.

Local astronomy societies and science centres often organise safe public viewing with filtered telescopes — worth checking closer to the date.

Plan your trip

Where to stay near the eclipse

Accommodation around the viewing area for eclipse night (11–13 Aug 2026). Compare hotels and rentals live on the map below.

Die Wetterprognose

Wird der Himmel klar sein?

Limerick combines ~96% coverage with a Sun nearly 16° up, and the Shannon gives a wide open corridor toward the west.

Mid-western Irish weather in August is unpredictable.

The estuary can also hold low cloud when inland areas are clear.

Den Tag planen

Ihre Checkliste für den Finsternistag

Certified ISO 12312-2 / CE eclipse glasses — one pair per person
Glasses stay ON for the entire eclipse — there is no safe moment here
A reasonable view west — the Sun is ~16° up, so gaps in cloud are enough
Arrive before 18:13 to catch first contact

Check the cloud forecast in the final 48 hours
Never look through a camera, phone or binoculars without a proper solar filter
Pinhole projection is a safe way for groups to watch together
If you want totality, it is northern Spain — not here

Sicher beobachten

Wie auch immer Sie beobachten — tun Sie es sicher

Alle Absolute-Eclipse-Produkte sind unabhängig zertifiziert und in der EU hergestellt. Hier gibt es keinen sicheren Moment ohne Augenschutz — zertifizierte Sehhilfen die ganze Zeit tragen.

ISO 12312-2 zertifiziert
CE · EU 2016/425 PSA
Hergestellt und versandt in der EU

Limerick Sonnenfinsternis FAQ

Will Limerick see a total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026?

No. Limerick is outside the path of totality and sees a partial eclipse, with about 96.0% of the Sun covered at maximum. That is a striking sight through eclipse glasses, but it is not totality — the corona does not appear, the sky does not go dark, and there is no moment when it is safe to look without protection. The path of totality crosses northern Spain.

What time is the eclipse in Limerick?

The partial phase begins at about 18:13 IST and maximum — 96.0% coverage — comes at roughly 19:11 IST. The whole eclipse finishes before sunset at 21:06 IST, so you are not racing the horizon here.

Do I need eclipse glasses in Limerick?

Yes, for the entire eclipse without exception. This is the most important difference from a total eclipse: because the Sun is never fully covered, there is never a safe moment to look with the naked eye. Even at 96.0% coverage the remaining sliver is dangerously bright. Certified ISO 12312-2 / CE glasses stay on from start to finish.

Where should I watch from in Limerick?

With the Sun about 16° above the horizon at maximum, you have some flexibility — a break in the cloud matters more than a perfect horizon. Higher, open ground still gives the best view.

What time is the eclipse in Limerick?

The partial phase begins in the early evening, with maximum around 19:11 Irish time when about 96% of the Sun is covered and the Sun sits almost 16° above the west-north-west horizon. The eclipse finishes well before sunset, so unlike southern Europe you are not racing the horizon.

Will the weather be clear in Limerick on eclipse day?

Ireland in August is cloudy more often than not, and conditions change fast. Mobility and low expectations both help — but the Sun is high enough that a moderate gap in the cloud is all you need.

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Quellen: timeanddate.com · nationaleclipse.com · eclipsophile.com (Wetter) · Gobierno de Aragón · BBC Sky at Night. Zeiten sind lokal (MESZ).