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On August 12, 2026, a rare event will happen in eastern Spain and the Balearic Islands, called a sunset eclipse. During this eclipse, the Moon will fully cover the Sun for a short time, just before sunset. For example, from Mallorca, at 8:31 p.m. CEST, viewers can see this total eclipse for 1 minute and 36 seconds.
This eclipse will create a unique experience as the landscape dims suddenly, making it feel like twilight despite it being daytime. The solar corona, which is usually invisible, will appear with a reddish hue. After the total eclipse, the Sun will set into the Mediterranean Sea about 18 minutes later.
Observers in the Balearics will be among the last on Earth to see this total eclipse. As the Moon’s shadow passes, it may be possible to see the shadow lifting away from the ground. This can happen if the sky is clear.
A total solar eclipse like this is unusual since it will occur so close to the horizon in a popular holiday area. These conditions are rare and have not been widely captured in modern recordings.
If clouds cover the view on August 12, there will be another chance for a sunset eclipse on November 25, 2030. However, the weather will always be a key factor in seeing such an event.
