Where and when to see the Aug. 12 solar eclipse — exact times for North America and Europe

On Wednesday, August 12, millions will witness a solar eclipse, with the experience varying by location. In a narrow corridor from Greenland to northeastern Spain, a total solar eclipse will occur, while much of Europe will witness a deep partial eclipse and parts of North America a smaller partial eclipse.

For those in the path of totality, the sky will darken to twilight, allowing a view of the sun's corona. Totality lasts up to 2 minutes and 18 seconds, with the best visibility occurring in eastern Greenland, western Iceland, or northeastern Spain. To witness totality, one must stay within the eclipse's path, as its edges are hard.

In North America, viewers will see a modest partial eclipse. Totality is not possible outside the path, but live streams from NASA and the European Space Agency offer viewing options. Maximum eclipse times for North American cities include Iqaluit, Nunavut at 1:24 p.m. EDT, and New York at 1:54 p.m. EDT.

Outside the path of totality, Europe and North Africa will experience a deep partial eclipse, with over 90% of the sun covered in western cities. A solar eclipse viewer is necessary during the entire event. Cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and London will see maximum eclipse times around 8:32 p.m. CEST, while London and Edinburgh will experience 91% eclipse coverage.