NASA will broadcast the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse live for free, beginning at 1:15 p.m. ET. For Hispanic audiences in the United States, the event can be followed online through NASA+ and official NASA platforms, even if the eclipse is not visible—or only partially visible—from your city.
City-by-city coverage percentages for the August 12 solar eclipse in the United States. Check how much of the sun will be obscured in major metropolitan areas during maximum alignment. | Referencial image created by Depor using Chat GPT AI / GEC
What time does the NASA eclipse livestream start?
NASA’s official live coverage of the Northern Hemisphere total solar eclipse begins on Wednesday, August 12 at 1:15 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). The program will include live views from locations along the eclipse path and interviews with science experts. Here is the U.S. time conversion:
| U.S. time zone | NASA livestream start time |
|---|---|
| Eastern Time — New York, Miami, Orlando | 1:15 p.m. ET |
| Central Time — Chicago, Houston, Dallas | 12:15 p.m. CT |
| Mountain Time — Denver, Phoenix | 11:15 a.m. MT |
| Pacific Time — Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Seattle | 10:15 a.m. PT |
| Alaska Time — Anchorage | 9:15 a.m. AKDT |
| Hawaii Time — Honolulu | 7:15 a.m. HST |
The broadcast time is confirmed by NASA. However, the exact moment of totality will depend on the location being shown during the live program, since the eclipse path crosses Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, the Atlantic Ocean, Spain and a small area of Portugal.
Where to watch the solar eclipse live in the U.S.
For viewers searching for a free solar eclipse livestream, NASA offers several official options. The most direct option is NASA’s live page, where the August 12 eclipse coverage is scheduled to stream at 1:15 p.m. ET.
NASA+ and official NASA platforms
Hispanic viewers in the United States can watch the eclipse live through:
- NASA+, NASA’s free streaming platform
- NASA’s official website
- YouTube
- Amazon Prime
- Netflix
- X, formerly Twitter
NASA lists these services as streaming destinations for its eclipse coverage. While NASA programming itself is free, access through third-party platforms may depend on whether a viewer already has the required app, device or subscription.
Best option to watch the eclipse for Spanish-speaking viewers
NASA’s currently listed August 12 broadcast confirms the event time and streaming platforms, but it does not specify a separate Spanish-language broadcast or Spanish commentary. Hispanic viewers can still watch the live images on NASA+ or YouTube, but should verify the language of the feed shortly before the broadcast begins.
Will the solar eclipse be visible from the United States?
Yes, but most U.S. viewers will see only a partial solar eclipse, not totality. NASA says partial visibility will extend across parts of the northern United States, from Alaska to North Carolina, as well as much of Canada.
Cities such as Anchorage, Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., are expected to see a small portion of the Sun covered by the Moon. For example, NASA projects about 16% coverage in Boston, 9% in New York and 4% in Washington, D.C.
Solar eclipse times in selected U.S. cities
All times below are local, according to NASA:
| City | Partial eclipse begins | Maximum eclipse | Sun coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, Alaska | 7:36 a.m. | 8:21 a.m. | 28% |
| Boston, Massachusetts | 1:01 p.m. | 1:55 p.m. | 16% |
| New York City | 1:07 p.m. | 1:54 p.m. | 9% |
| Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | 1:11 p.m. | 1:53 p.m. | 7% |
| Washington, D.C. | 1:17 p.m. | 1:53 p.m. | 4% |
These local viewing times should not be confused with the NASA livestream schedule, which starts at 1:15 p.m. ET nationwide.
Can you watch the eclipse safely?
Never look directly at the Sun without proper protection during a partial solar eclipse. Regular sunglasses are not safe. NASA recommends using eclipse glasses or a handheld solar viewer that complies with the ISO 12312-2 international standard.
Do not use eclipse glasses while looking through a camera lens, telescope, binoculars or another optical device unless that equipment has a special solar filter attached to the front. If you do not have certified eclipse glasses, use an indirect method such as a pinhole projector.
Find out what time the solar eclipse will be visible in the USA today, August 12, 2026, including the exact schedule, visibility by location, and where to watch the eclipse live online. | Image created by Gemini.
FAQ: Solar Eclipse Live Stream 2026
What time does NASA’s solar eclipse livestream start?
NASA’s live coverage starts at 1:15 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. That is 12:15 p.m. CT, 11:15 a.m. MT and 10:15 a.m. PT.
Where can I watch the solar eclipse live for free?
You can watch through NASA+, NASA’s official website and its YouTube channel. NASA also lists Netflix, Amazon Prime and X among the platforms carrying the event.
Can I watch the eclipse live from Miami, Los Angeles or Houston?
Yes. The NASA livestream is available nationally online. In local time, it begins at 1:15 p.m. in Miami, 12:15 p.m. in Houston and 10:15 a.m. in Los Angeles.
Will there be a total solar eclipse in the United States?
No location in the United States is in the path of totality for the August 12, 2026 eclipse. Parts of northern Alaska and the northern contiguous U.S. will see a partial eclipse only.
Is there a NASA solar eclipse livestream in Spanish?
NASA confirms the official broadcast and its platforms, but the available event listing does not confirm a separate Spanish-language feed. Viewers should check the official NASA stream shortly before airtime for language or caption options.
