Solar eclipse
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Solar eclipse on 12 August 2026
The next partial solar eclipse visible from Czechia comes on 2 August 2027, with only a small fraction of the Sun covered.
What you will see
From Czechia this is a deep partial eclipse: 88–89 % of the Sun covered at maximum, which occurs low above the western horizon shortly before sunset — the Sun sets before the eclipse ends. Find a spot with a clear western horizon (a hill, a lookout, the edge of town).
The Sun sits only ~2° above the horizon at maximum — a clear western view is essential.
Safety
Never look at the Sun without proper eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2). Regular sunglasses, welding glass below shade 14, CDs or X-ray film are NOT safe. Cameras and telescopes need a solar filter in front of the lens.
Times for Czech cities
| City | Start | Maximum | Sunset | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brno | 19:20 | 20:12 | 20:16 | 89 % |
| Česká Lípa | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:29 | 88 % |
| České Budějovice | 19:21 | 20:13 | 20:24 | 89 % |
| Děčín | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:31 | 88 % |
| Frýdek-Místek | 19:19 | 20:10 | 20:11 | 88 % |
| Havířov | 19:19 | 20:10 | 20:11 | 88 % |
| Hradec Králové | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:23 | 88 % |
| Chomutov | 19:19 | 20:12 | 20:33 | 89 % |
| Jablonec nad Nisou | 19:18 | 20:10 | 20:27 | 88 % |
| Jihlava | 19:20 | 20:12 | 20:21 | 89 % |
| Karlovy Vary | 19:19 | 20:12 | 20:34 | 89 % |
| Karviná | 19:19 | 20:10 | 20:11 | 88 % |
| Kladno | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:29 | 89 % |
| Liberec | 19:18 | 20:10 | 20:26 | 88 % |
| Mladá Boleslav | 19:18 | 20:10 | 20:27 | 88 % |
| Most | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:32 | 89 % |
| Olomouc | 19:20 | 20:11 | 20:15 | 88 % |
| Opava | 19:19 | 20:10 | 20:14 | 88 % |
| Ostrava | 19:19 | 20:10(maximum at sunset) | 20:10 | 88 % |
| Pardubice | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:22 | 88 % |
| Plzeň | 19:19 | 20:12 | 20:31 | 89 % |
| Praha | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:27 | 89 % |
| Prostějov | 19:20 | 20:12 | 20:15 | 89 % |
| Přerov | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:14 | 88 % |
| Tábor | 19:20 | 20:12 | 20:25 | 89 % |
| Teplice | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:32 | 89 % |
| Třebíč | 19:20 | 20:12 | 20:20 | 89 % |
| Třinec | 19:19 | 20:10(maximum at sunset) | 20:10 | 88 % |
| Ústí nad Labem | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:31 | 89 % |
| Zlín | 19:19 | 20:11 | 20:12 | 88 % |
| Znojmo | 19:20 | 20:12 | 20:18 | 89 % |
Times source: astro.cz
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FAQ
When exactly is the 2026 solar eclipse in Czechia?
On Wednesday 12 August 2026 in the evening. The eclipse starts around 19:19, reaches maximum around 20:11, and the Sun sets while still partially covered (between 20:10 and 20:34 depending on the city). Exact times for 31 cities are in the table above.
How much of the Sun will be covered?
88–89 % of the solar disc at maximum, depending on location — the deepest eclipse visible from Czechia since 1999.
How do I watch the eclipse safely?
Only through proper eclipse glasses meeting ISO 12312-2. Regular sunglasses, CDs, X-ray film or dark glass are not safe. Cameras and telescopes need a solar filter in front of the lens.
Where will the eclipse be total?
The path of totality crosses Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. From Czechia the eclipse is partial but very deep — the Sun becomes a narrow crescent low above the western horizon.
What if it is cloudy?
A per-city cloud forecast for eclipse evening appears on this page 1–2 days ahead — worth checking in case a short drive gets you under clear sky.