Is Reykjavík in the path of the 2026 total solar eclipse?

Yes. Reykjavík (Iceland) lies in or beside the path of totality on 12 August 2026. The best-rated spots within ~50 km offer up to 1m 50s of totality, with the eclipsed Sun about 25° above the western horizon near sunset.

Where is the best place to watch the eclipse near Reykjavík?

Our terrain analysis rates Viewpoint (unnamed) among the best nearby (97/100): it combines a clear western horizon, a high-enough Sun and a long totality. The full ranked list is above.

What time is the eclipse in Reykjavík?

Totality occurs in the evening, around 17:45–17:50 local time (GMT) on 12 August 2026. Arrive early — the partial phase begins over an hour before, and roads to good spots can get busy.

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Best spots to watch the 2026 total solar eclipse near Reykjavík

On 12 August 2026 the Moon's shadow sweeps across Iceland in the evening, around 17:45–17:50 local time (GMT). Because the eclipsed Sun sits low over the western horizon, where you stand matters — a hill to your west can hide the whole thing. Below are the best-rated viewing spots within about 50 km of Reykjavík, scored from sun height, an open western horizon (from a 30 m terrain model) and length of totality.

Totality nearby

up to 1m 50s

Sun altitude

~25°

Rated spots

391 within 50 km

Clear-sky odds

16%

Top-rated viewing spots near Reykjavík

#	Spot	Score	Totality	Horizon	Elev.	Clear sky	Dist.
1	Viewpoint (unnamed)	97	1m 50s	25°	42 m	16%	52 km	Map Directions
2	Reykjanes/Svartsengi volcanic system	97	1m 50s	25°	0 m	16%	59 km	Map Directions
3	Sýrfell	96	1m 42s	25°	86 m	16%	49 km	Map Directions
4	Sandfell	96	1m 42s	25°	113 m	14%	43 km	Map Directions
5	Volcano (unnamed)	96	1m 42s	25°	76 m	14%	44 km	Map Directions
6	Súlur	96	1m 39s	25°	122 m	13%	40 km	Map Directions
7	Festarfjall	95	1m 34s	24°	191 m	14%	37 km	Map Directions
8	Stóra-Skógfell	95	1m 34s	25°	179 m	12%	35 km	Map Directions
9	Þorbjörn	95	1m 34s	25°	220 m	14%	40 km	Map Directions
10	Viewpoint (unnamed)	95	1m 39s	24°	28 m	13%	34 km	Map Directions

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When is the eclipse in Reykjavík?

The total solar eclipse reaches Reykjavík on 12 August 2026 in the evening, around 17:45–17:50 local time (GMT). Totality at the best nearby spots lasts up to 1m 50s, with the Sun about 25° above the horizon. August skies here can be cloudy (~16% long-term clear-sky odds), so plan to stay mobile and watch the forecast in the final week. Never look at the Sun without certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses.

Frequently asked questions

Is Reykjavík in the path of the 2026 total solar eclipse?: Yes. Reykjavík (Iceland) lies in or beside the path of totality on 12 August 2026. The best-rated spots within ~50 km offer up to 1m 50s of totality, with the eclipsed Sun about 25° above the western horizon near sunset.
Where is the best place to watch the eclipse near Reykjavík?: Our terrain analysis rates Viewpoint (unnamed) among the best nearby (97/100): it combines a clear western horizon, a high-enough Sun and a long totality. The full ranked list is above.
What time is the eclipse in Reykjavík?: Totality occurs in the evening, around 17:45–17:50 local time (GMT) on 12 August 2026. Arrive early — the partial phase begins over an hour before, and roads to good spots can get busy.

Other places to watch in the path

Zaragoza · Bilbao · Vitoria-Gasteiz · Santander · Oviedo · Gijón · León · Burgos · Palencia · Valladolid · Soria · Logroño · Pamplona · Tudela · Huesca · Teruel · Tarragona · Castellón · Valencia · A Coruña · Lugo · Ourense · Palma de Mallorca

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Spots © OpenStreetMap contributors · terrain Copernicus GLO-30 · clear-sky odds ERA5 (ECMWF) · path of totality by Fred Espenak, NASA GSFC.

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