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The 12 August 2026 eclipse has passed

The information below describes the 2026 event. For the next total solar eclipse, use our guide to 2 August 2027: the path and timings are different.

Savona, Italy

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Eclipse solar parcial · 12 August 2026

Where to watch the 2026 solar eclipse in Savona

Savona sees a deep partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 — about 93.8% of the Sun covered at around 20:22 CEST, with the Sun only ~2° above the horizon.

Máximo~20:22 CESTLiguria · Italy · 12 Aug 2026
Duração~1h 43m 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.
Altitude do Sol~2° above the WNW horizonlow in the west — an open horizon is essential
Cobertura93.8% (partial)Savona is OUTSIDE the path of totality. About 93.8% 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.
Probabilidade de céu limpo Usually clear · ≈68%The Ligurian coast is typically settled in August; the open sea horizon helps, though haze over the water is common.
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Savona sees a deep partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 — about 93.8% of the Sun covered at around 20:22 CEST, with the Sun only ~2° above the horizon.

Below: Savona's exact timings, the best open viewpoints, why your eclipse glasses never come off here, and where the real totality is.

A cronologia

Quando ocorre o eclipse

~19:29 CESTComeça a fase parcial — primeira "mordida" no Sol
~20:22 CESTParcial — ~1h 43m of partial eclipse. Retire os óculos apenas se for total.
~20:35 CESTEclipse ends ~21:12 CEST

The eclipse runs from about 19:29 to 21:12 CEST, with maximum at around 20:22 and the Sun ~2° above the west-northwest horizon. The Sun sets at 20:35 CEST, during the eclipse, so the later stages happen below the horizon — an open west-northwest view is essential.

Onde se posicionar

Os melhores locais para observar

Priamar fortress

Elevated · landmark

Height above the harbour

The great fortress on the seafront gives elevation and an open western sea view.

Savona seafront promenade

Coast · open

Low open horizon

The waterfront gives a clean sightline west over the water.

Bergeggi and the coast road west

Coast · scenic

Open sea and islets

The road west gives a series of open viewpoints over the sea.

Sanctuary of Savona hills

Elevated · inland

Height above haze

The hills behind the city lift you above low sea haze.

West for slightly deeper coverage

Marginal gain

Toward Sanremo

Coverage deepens slightly westward along the Ligurian coast.

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.

A previsão do tempo

O céu vai estar limpo?

The Ligurian coast is typically settled in August; the open sea horizon helps, though haze over the water is common.

The deciding factor here is simply whether the sky is clear at the right moment. Check the forecast in the final 48 hours and, if you can, keep the option of moving to a gap in the cloud.

Planeia o dia

A sua lista de verificação para o dia do eclipse

  • Certified ISO 12312-2 / CE eclipse glasses — one pair per person
  • Glasses stay ON for the entire eclipse — there is no safe moment here
  • An open west-northwest horizon — the Sun is only ~2° up
  • Arrive before 19:29 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

Observe com segurança

Seja qual for a sua forma de observar, faça-o com segurança

Todos os produtos Absolute Eclipse são certificados de forma independente e fabricados na UE. Não há nenhum momento seguro para olhar sem proteção — use sempre óculos certificados.

  • Certificado ISO 12312-2
  • CE · UE 2016/425 EPI
  • Fabricado e enviado da UE

A observar em grupo? Packs famílias e retalho → O stock certificado reduz-se à medida que o 12 de agosto se aproxima.

Respostas rápidas

FAQ sobre o eclipse em Savona

Will Savona see a total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026?
No. Savona is outside the path of totality and sees a partial eclipse, with about 93.8% of the Sun covered at maximum. It is a striking sight through eclipse glasses, but the corona does not appear and the sky does not go dark. The path of totality crosses northern Spain.
What time is the eclipse in Savona?
The partial phase begins at about 19:29 CEST and maximum — 93.8% coverage — comes at roughly 20:22 CEST. The Sun sets at 20:35 CEST, during the eclipse, so the later stages happen below the horizon — an open west-northwest view is essential.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Savona?
Yes, for the entire eclipse without exception. Because the Sun is never fully covered, there is never a safe moment to look with the naked eye. Even at 93.8% 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 Savona?
The Sun is only about 2° above the horizon, so you need an open, unobstructed view to the west-northwest. Buildings, hills and trees in that direction will hide the deepest phase.
Will the weather be clear in Savona on eclipse day?
The Ligurian coast is typically settled in August; the open sea horizon helps, though haze over the water is common.

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Fontes: timeanddate.com · nationaleclipse.com · eclipsophile.com (meteorologia) · Gobierno de Aragón · BBC Sky at Night. Os horários são locais (CEST).