Widely covered Science

Total solar eclipse August 12, 2026: Best images

Total solar eclipse August 12, 2026: Best images
Image: EarthSky
21outlets
Aug 11, 2026first reported
Aug 13, 2026latest update
33 hoursof coverage

The total solar eclipse from Spain The solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, was total as seen from Greenland, Iceland and Spain. But the northern part of the eclipse path was plagued with clouds. Meanwhile, in Spain – where the eclipse happened near sunset – the views were glorious! Daniel Wiegert was in Mirador de Santa Barbara, Spain, when he captured this…

How 21 outlets covered it

Oldest report first. Headlines and summaries belong to each publisher — open the original for the full story.

  1. Aug 11, 2026
    MMirror - UK News
    Solar Eclipse 2026: Check your postcode to see when stunning show visible in your area

    It will take just 15 minutes for the peak moment to sweep from the very north of Scotland down to Land’s End in Cornwall, so check our interactive tool to see when exactly the eclipse will…

  2. Aug 12, 2026
    BBBC News
    In pictures: Sky watchers gather for solar eclipse

    People across Kent, Surrey and Sussex watch the moon obscure the sun in a rare partial eclipse.

  3. Aug 12, 2026
  4. Aug 12, 2026
    BBusinessinsider
    The best photos of Europe's 2026 solar eclipse

    The solar eclipse on Wednesday was visible from many parts of Europe and some of North America. The economy in Iceland saw a significant boom.

  5. Aug 12, 2026
    WWorld news | The Guardian
    Europe solar eclipse: millions watch rare spectacle across Spain, UK and Iceland – as it happened

    Eclipse witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totalitySolar eclipse 2026 across Europe: in picturesCruise ships, quiet towns and an all-day…

  6. Aug 12, 2026
    WWalesOnline - Home
    14 best solar eclipse pictures from across Wales for once in a generation spectacle

    We've compiled some of the very best photos as people across Wales gathered to watch the most visible eclipse since 1999

  7. Aug 12, 2026
    FFrance 24
    Partial eclipse seen from North and West Africa

    In tonight's program, across parts of Africa millions lifted their eyes skywards for a rare celestial event, a partial solar eclipse. Also, in Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema hopes for…

  8. Aug 12, 2026
    LLiverpool Echo - Home
    57 incredible pictures as solar eclipse happens in UK and Europe

    Many people created special memories with their friends and families this evening

  9. Aug 12, 2026
    NNYT > Science
    What to Know About Europe’s Total Solar Eclipse: Where to See It and How to Watch Safely

    We’re answering some questions about the solar eclipse on Aug. 12, and providing a place for you to ask more of them.

  10. Aug 12, 2026
    IIndia Today
    Total solar eclipse sweeps across Europe, bringing rare midday darkness

    Total solar eclipse sweeps across Europe bringing rare midday darkness

  11. Aug 12, 2026
    TThehindu
    Total darkness, then sunset as full eclipse wows spectators in Spain

    Millions of people gathered in Iceland and northern Spain ​to witness Western Europe’s first total solar eclipse in 27 years

  12. Aug 12, 2026
  13. Aug 12, 2026
    YThe Yucatan Times
    Total Solar Eclipse 2026: one of the most anticipated celestial events of the decade

    On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, one of the most anticipated celestial events of the decade—a total solar eclipse—will darken skies across parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Although the…

  14. Aug 12, 2026
    AABC News: Top Stories
    WATCH: Solar eclipse sweeps across Europe

    People are lining up to witness the first total solar eclipse visible from Europe in over 20 years.

  15. Aug 12, 2026
    HHome - CBSNews.com
    Painting a picture of the solar eclipse in Europe: "Like being on another planet"

    The moon passed in front of the sun, blocking its light for a total solar eclipse over parts of Europe on Wednesday. CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Marciano paints a picture…

  16. Aug 12, 2026
    EEarthSky
    Total solar eclipse August 12, 2026: Best images

    The total solar eclipse from Spain The solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, was total as seen from Greenland, Iceland and Spain. But the northern part of the eclipse path was plagued with…

  17. Aug 12, 2026
    CCornwall Live - frontpage
    Sensational solar eclipse sweeps the South West - live updates

    Eclipse fever is sweeping the South West for the first time since 1999

  18. Aug 12, 2026
    SScience Latest
    The Best Photos of the Big August Solar Eclipse

    It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.

  19. Aug 12, 2026
    NNBC News World News
    Timelapse video shows total solar eclipse in Spain

    Timelapse videos from Mallorca and Arcos de las Salinas show the moon passing directly between the Earth and the sun to produce a rare total solar eclipse.

  20. Aug 13, 2026
    Wwww.espn.com - SOCCER
    😎 Don't look up! Barça to play during solar eclipse

    "Keep your eyes on the ball" is the advice given to Barcelona and Montpellier players as they play each other during a solar eclipse in Spain.

  21. Aug 13, 2026
    NNPR Topics: World
    Photos: See the best photos from the solar eclipse

    Millions of people in Europe stepped outside this evening to watch a spectacular sunset with a solar eclipse. The path of totality passed through portions of Greenland, Iceland and…