Aug. 12, 2026 Total Solar Eclipse: Viewing Times

A new set of key timings for the upcoming solar eclipse has been released, giving enthusiasts a clear schedule for some of the most popular viewing destinations. The information, issued by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), outlines the exact moments of partial and total phases for cities and regions that are expected to experience the event.

The eclipse will traverse the United States from the Pacific Northwest to the southeastern states, with totality occurring at different local times depending on the location. Viewers in major hotspots such as the Grand Canyon, the Great Lakes region, and the Gulf Coast can consult the published schedule to determine the precise start of partial obscuration, the peak of totality, and the end of the eclipse. The times are adjusted for local time zones and include the duration of totality, which ranges from a few seconds to several minutes across the path.

These timings are now available on NASA’s official eclipse website and on various state tourism portals. By consulting the schedule, spectators can plan travel, set up observation equipment, and coordinate safety measures for the brief but spectacular moments when the Moon will completely cover the Sun.