Total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026 in Kingston

Total solar eclipse — 12 August 2026 17:45 UTC
occurred on 12 August 2026
Summary
The Sun was partially eclipsed as seen from Kingston. The eclipse peaked at 17:43 UTC. At that moment 12%% of the Sun's disc was covered. The Sun stood 59.8° above the horizon at that moment. It was part of Saros series 126, which repeats every 18 years and 11 days. Clouds permitting, it was a memorable sight.
Total solar eclipse
Date (UTC)
12 August 2026 — 17:45 UTC
Saros series
126
Gamma
0.89770
Magnitude
1.0386
Local circumstances
Local type
Partial
Obscuration
12%
Population
132,485
Maximum
12 August 2026 17:43 UTC