What you'll see in Bilbao
Bilbao has the shortest totality of any city on the Spanish mainland path — just 31 seconds — with the Sun low over the WNW horizon.
Because totality is brief, the "diamond ring" effects bookending it will be especially striking. Pick a viewpoint with a clear view to the west-northwest, away from buildings and hills.
⚠ Eye safety
Use ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses for the entire partial phase. The ONLY exception is 20:27:23–20:27:54 CEST, when the Sun is fully covered from Bilbao.
FAQ
Is Bilbao in the path of totality?
Yes — Bilbao is inside the path, with 0m 31s of totality starting at 20:27:23 CEST.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Bilbao?
Yes, for the entire partial phase (19:31–20:27:23 and 20:27:54–21:20 CEST). You may remove them only between 20:27:23 and 20:27:54, while the Sun is fully covered.
Source: NASA eclipse predictions and timeanddate.com local circumstances for Bilbao, Spain(Aug 12, 2026), cross-checked 2026-08-02. See the hub page for every city and the path map.