When will the solar eclipse occur in Saint Helier?

In Saint Helier, the eclipse begins at 18:09:07 GMT+1 (C1), reaches maximum at 19:26:00 GMT+1, and ends at 20:42:52 GMT+1 (C4) local time on 12 August 2026.

Will Saint Helier be in the path of totality?

No. Saint Helier will see a partial solar eclipse on 12 August 2026, with 92.6% of the sun covered at maximum.

What percentage of the sun will be covered in Saint Helier?

At maximum eclipse, 92.6% of the sun will be covered as seen from Saint Helier.

Solar Eclipse in Saint Helier — 92.6% Partial

Where to watch

Visibility Map — Saint Helier

Jersey will see a partial solar eclipse. Click anywhere on the map to see the occultation percentage at that location.

Timeline

Contact Times

Saint Helier · 12 August 2026

C1 — Partial begins18:09:07 GMT+1

Maximum eclipse19:26:00 GMT+1

C4 — Partial ends20:42:52 GMT+1

Live simulation

Eclipse in motion

Watch the Moon cross the Sun from C1 to C4. Play at speed or scrub through the timeline — during the actual eclipse it tracks live.

During eclipse

Normal sky

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What you'll experience

Sky Simulation

Drag the slider to compare the sky before and during totality. At peak, stars appear at midday and the horizon glows in all directions.

≈ Dusk

Sky darkness

−4°C

Temp. drop

2,900 km/h

Moon speed

🌑 Simulated at totality peak

Frequently asked questions

When will the solar eclipse occur in Saint Helier?: In Saint Helier, the eclipse begins at 18:09:07 GMT+1 (C1), reaches maximum at 19:26:00 GMT+1, and ends at 20:42:52 GMT+1 (C4) local time on 12 August 2026.
Will Saint Helier be in the path of totality?: No. Saint Helier will see a partial solar eclipse on 12 August 2026, with 92.6% of the sun covered at maximum.
What percentage of the sun will be covered in Saint Helier?: At maximum eclipse, 92.6% of the sun will be covered as seen from Saint Helier.

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