Overview
- NASA lists key U.S. times: the partial phase begins at 3:44 a.m. ET, totality starts at 6:04 a.m. ET, and ends around 7:02 a.m. ET, with Florida among the best-placed states to view it.
- The event will be widely visible across North and South America and also observable in Asia, Oceania and the Pacific, while parts of Europe and Africa may see only partial phases or none.
- During totality the Moon is expected to appear red for roughly an hour, with outlets reporting durations between about 58 and 82 minutes depending on location and calculation.
- Viewing is safe without special eyewear, with NASA recommending binoculars or a telescope for detail; media guidance advises stabilizing smartphones, using AE/AF lock, lowering exposure and using a timer for clearer photos.
- Spain has moved into active preparation for the August 12, 2026 total and January 26, 2028 annular solar eclipses, with the Generalitat Valenciana creating a delegated commission and Segovia pinpointing seven strategic towns for logistics and security planning.