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Partial solar eclipse · 12 August 2026

Where to watch the 2026 solar eclipse in Turin

Turin sees a deep partial eclipse of around 93% on 12 August 2026, low in the west with the Alps on the horizon — a dramatic setting, and one that makes choosing your viewpoint unusually important.

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Maximum~20:21 CESTPiedmont · 12 Aug 2026 · maximum eclipse

Duration~1h 44m 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.

Sun altitude~3° above the WNW horizonlow in the west — an open horizon is essential

Coverage93.3% (partial)Turin is OUTSIDE the path of totality. About 93.3% 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.

Clear-sky odds Often clear, haze on the horizon · ≈64%Northern Italy is usually dry in mid-August, but the Po valley is prone to summer haze — and with the Sun setting into the eclipse, that haze sits exactly where you need to look.

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Turin sees a deep partial eclipse of around 93% on 12 August 2026, low in the west with the Alps on the horizon — a dramatic setting, and one that makes choosing your viewpoint unusually important.

Below: Turin's exact timings, why the Alps both help and hurt, the hillside viewpoints across the Po, and the safety rule for a partial eclipse.

The timeline

When the eclipse happens

~19:28 CESTPartial begins — first "bite" out of the Sun

~20:21 CESTPartial — ~1h 44m of partial eclipse. Glasses off only if total.

~20:40 CESTPartial ends ~21:12 CEST

The partial eclipse runs from about 19:28 to 21:12 CEST, with maximum coverage of 93.3% at around 20:21. The Sun sets at 20:40 CEST, during the eclipse — so the later stages happen below the horizon and an open west-northwest view is essential.

Where to set up

The best places to watch

Monte dei Cappuccini

Elevated · classic

Panorama over city and Alps

The church terrace above the Po gives Turin's classic view west across the city to the Alps — high enough to clear the rooftops and the obvious choice.

Basilica di Superga

Elevated · highest

Best height near the city

The hilltop basilica east of Turin offers the greatest elevation available locally, with a long view west over the whole plain. The strongest option for a Sun this low.

Parco del Valentino, Po riverside

Riverside · open

Open water and sky

The riverside park gives an open corridor and room for crowds, though the western skyline is closer here than from the hills.

Colle della Maddalena

Hill road · elevated

Height with road access

The hill road above the city offers several pull-offs with wide western views, easy to reach by car and less crowded than the famous terraces.

Toward the plain, east of the city

Flat · open

Away from the mountain skyline

Heading east into the open Po plain puts the Alps further away and lowers the effective horizon — counterintuitive, but it can buy you several more minutes of visible eclipse.

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.

The weather call

Will the sky be clear?

Turin gets one of the deeper Italian partials, and the hills across the Po give easy access to real elevation.

The Sun is under 3° up at maximum and the Alps sit on the western horizon.

From low ground the mountains may hide the deepest phase entirely.

Plan the day

Your eclipse-day checklist

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 ~3° up
Arrive before 19:28 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

Watch it safely

However you’re watching, watch it safely

Every Absolute Eclipse product is independently certified and made in the EU. There’s no safe moment to look unaided here — keep certified eyewear on the entire time.

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Turin eclipse FAQ

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

No. Turin is outside the path of totality and sees a partial eclipse, with about 93.3% 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 Turin?

The partial phase begins at about 19:28 CEST and maximum — 93.3% coverage — comes at roughly 20:21 CEST. The Sun sets at 20:40 CEST, during the eclipse — so the later stages happen below the horizon and an open west-northwest view is essential.

Do I need eclipse glasses in Turin?

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 93.3% 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 Turin?

The Sun is only about 3° above the horizon at maximum, 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 Alps block the eclipse from Turin?

They can. The Sun is under 3° above the horizon at maximum and sets into the Alpine skyline to the west. From low ground in the city the mountains may cut off the deepest phase, which is why the hill viewpoints — Superga, Monte dei Cappuccini — matter so much here, or moving east into the open plain.

Will the weather be clear in Turin on eclipse day?

Northern Italy is usually dry in mid-August, but the Po valley is prone to summer haze — and with the Sun setting into the eclipse, that haze sits exactly where you need to look.

Keep exploring the path

Nearby regions to watch from

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Surse: timeanddate.com · nationaleclipse.com · eclipsophile.com (vreme) · Gobierno de Aragón · BBC Sky at Night. Orele sunt locale (CEST).