Solar Eclipse of August 12: Weather Threatens Observations in Spain
The upcoming total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, could be impacted by weather changes, warns meteorologist Samuel Biener. This rare event, the first total solar eclipse visible in Spain in over a century, will occur at sunset and will be visible from parts of northern Spain and the Balearic Islands. However, the low sun position and potential rain could pose challenges for safe observation. Forecasts suggest unusually high temperatures and rainfall anomalies, with the week of the eclipse being a turning point in weather patterns.2 sourcesSee all sources