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Austria Sees "Record" Solar Eclipse in 2026

Am 12. August 2026 zieht sich der Mond vor die Sonne.
Am 12. August 2026 zieht sich der Mond vor die Sonne. ©APA/BARBARA GINDL
In Austria, one of the strongest solar eclipses of the last decades will be observed next year. Although it is only a partial eclipse in 2026, the degree of coverage is exceptionally high: in Vienna, around 87 percent of the sun could be obscured.

For Europe, the partial solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, will be a highlight, as a total solar eclipse will not be visible again until 2081. The sun will not be completely obscured on this day; the only place on Earth with total darkness lies in the eclipse track over parts of Spain, Iceland, and Greenland. Since the eclipse in Austria begins in the evening when the sun is already low, a location with an unobstructed view to the west is recommended.

Partial Solar Eclipse 2026 Visible in Austria

Experts strongly warn against observing the solar eclipse without special glasses or suitable protection. Many improvised methods such as tinted films, X-ray images, or dark CDs are not sufficient and can lead to permanent eye damage. To experience the event safely, only certified solar eclipse glasses or appropriate filters should be used.

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