Annular solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Barcelona
In Barcelona, Spain, the annular solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 will be annular, with 82% of the sun covered at maximum, at 17:56 (local time). It begins at 16:40 and ends at 19:04; at maximum, the sun is 0° above the horizon, in the west-southwest. Barcelona lies in the path of annularity: 6 mins, 13 secs of annularity.
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Eclipse times in Barcelona (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 16:40 | 12° | southwest (232°) |
| Annularity begins | 17:53 | 1° | west-southwest (245°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 17:56 | 0° | west-southwest (245°) |
| Annularity ends | 17:59 | below the horizon | west-southwest (246°) |
| Eclipse ends | 19:04 | below the horizon | west-southwest (256°) |
Safe viewing
Never look at the sun without eye protection, even when it is almost completely covered: use eclipse glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 standard, a solar filter over the front of your lens, or project the sun through a pinhole. Sunglasses do not protect your eyes. Only totality, during its few minutes, is safe to watch with the naked eye.
Frequently asked questions
What time is the annular solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Barcelona?
It begins at 16:40, peaks at 17:56 and ends at 19:04, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Barcelona?
82% at maximum: the eclipse is annular there.
Will annularity be visible from Barcelona?
Yes, Barcelona lies within the central path.
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