Partial eclipse
Solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Madrid
In Madrid the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 82% of the Sun at 5:55 PM. It starts at 4:36 PM and ends at 7:06 PM, local time (CET).
Eclipse times in Madrid
- Eclipse
- Partial
- Sun covered
- 82%
- Sun height
- 4°
- Direction of the Sun
- WSW · 241°
- Partial eclipse begins 4:36 PM
- Maximum eclipse 5:55 PM
- Partial eclipse ends 7:06 PM
Local timeline · CET · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Madrid, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 4:36 PM 0%
- 5:02 PM 19%
- 5:29 PM 51%
- 5:55 PM 82%
- 6:19 PM 54%
- 6:42 PM 21%
- 7:06 PM 0%
Where to look
At 5:55 PM the Sun is towards the west-southwest, 4° above the horizon. That is low, so you need a flat, open view in that direction, such as a beach, a hilltop or the edge of town.
What you will notice
The light dims a little, though without eclipse glasses you might not notice. Through the glasses the Sun looks like a thick crescent at maximum.
For the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Córdoba, 297 km away, with about 7 min.
See it from Madrid
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Madrid, with the Sun and Moon in their real places.
Viewing safely
Except during the brief total phase of a total solar eclipse, never look directly at the Sun without suitable solar viewing protection. Eclipse glasses should comply with ISO 12312-2. Cameras, binoculars and telescopes need purpose-made filters fitted over the front of the optics.
Read NASA’s eclipse safety guidance →Solar eclipse questions
What time is the eclipse in Madrid?
It starts at 4:36 PM, peaks at 5:55 PM and ends at 7:06 PM, local time (CET).
Will the eclipse be annular in Madrid?
No. Madrid is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 82% of the Sun covered. For the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Córdoba, 297 km away, with about 7 min.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Madrid?
At maximum the Sun is 4° above the horizon, towards the west-southwest.
