What time is the August 12, 2026 eclipse in Albany?

Maximum eclipse in Albany, New York is Aug 12, 1:50 PM EDT (17:50 UTC). Partial phases run from Aug 12, 1:01 PM EDT to Aug 12, 2:40 PM EDT.

Will Albany see totality?

Albany, New York is outside the path of totality and sees a partial eclipse, with about 13% of the Sun covered at maximum.

Do I need eclipse glasses?

Yes. Use ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses or a safe solar filter throughout the partial phases. Only remove protection during the brief total phase if you are physically inside totality.

Eclipse time in Albany13% covered

Total Solar Eclipse in Albany, New York

August 12, 2026 reaches maximum over Albany, New York at Aug 12, 1:50 PM EDT. The city sees a partial eclipse with the Sun 60° above the horizon.

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What Albany sees

Maximum eclipse: Aug 12, 1:50 PM EDT — 13% of the Sun covered, magnitude 0.23.
Viewing geometry: The Sun is about 60° above the horizon at maximum. The city coordinate is roughly 3879 km from the computed centerline.
Totality: Albany, New York is outside totality. Travel inside the path for the corona and full daylight darkness.

Safety & source notes

Local timing is useful for planning, but safe viewing rules still matter more than the clock.

Eye safetyUse certified eclipse glasses for every partial phase.
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Path and city marker

The map shows Stella’s computed path plus the city coordinate used for the local timing above. Terrain, buildings, clouds, and your exact address can change the practical view.

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Dark-sky places near Albany

126 km (78 mi) · Dark-Sky ParkStellafane (Springfield, VT)
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Dark-sky stays near Albany

~4 hr 11 min drive · Bortle 4Inns of Aurora
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~4 hr 29 min drive · Bortle 3Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa - Mountains of Stars
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~4 hr 53 min drive · Bortle 3Au Diable Vert
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Next steps

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Nearby eclipse city times

Local circumstances change fast near the path. Compare nearby city coordinates.

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13% covered · Aug 12, 1:53 PM EDTHartford, Connecticut
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11% covered · Aug 12, 1:46 PM EDTSyracuse, New York
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17% covered · Aug 12, 1:47 PM EDTBurlington, Vermont
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15% covered · Aug 12, 1:55 PM EDTProvidence, Rhode Island
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9% covered · Aug 12, 1:54 PM EDTNew York, New York
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16% covered · Aug 12, 1:55 PM EDTBoston, Massachusetts
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Eclipse time in Albany: FAQ

When is maximum?: Aug 12, 1:50 PM EDT
How much of the Sun is covered?: 13% at maximum.
Is this safe to watch without glasses?: No. Use certified solar protection except during totality, and only if you are inside the total path.