88% of the sun's disk will be hidden in Poland on August 12: where to expect the total eclipse.

Solar eclipse on August 12, 2023: key points

According to InPoland — Польща: On Saturday, August 12, a solar eclipse will occur, which will be visible in several European countries. In Poland, it will be partial with a maximum coverage of 88% of the sun's disk. The phase is expected to begin between 19:10 and 19:20 local time, and sunset will occur in different cities from 20:00 (Rzeszów) to 20:30 (Szczecin). Additionally, in the Bieszczady mountain range, the degree of coverage will be 42%. This eclipse is one of the most significant astronomical events of summer 2023 in Europe.

Total phase: Spain and Iceland

The total eclipse will be observable by residents of Spain and Iceland. In Reykjavik (Iceland), the total phase will begin at 17:48 and last for one minute. In Spain, the eclipse will peak around 20:30, with the longest total phase lasting 1 minute and 50 seconds visible between the cities of Cañero and Luarca. This creates unique conditions for observation.

August 12 will be an important date for astronomers and enthusiasts. Solar eclipses attract the attention of researchers as they allow studying the Sun's activity and its impact on Earth. For Poland, it is an opportunity to see a partial eclipse, while for Spain and Iceland, it will be a total eclipse, making this event significant for European astronomy.