
TOTALITY
1m 48s
10-yr Aug 12
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About
The southwestern tip of Iceland with a 270° ocean horizon — nothing but open Atlantic to the west, south, and north-west. Maximises the unobstructed view for the low-angle eclipse sun. Among the longest totality durations in the Reykjanes region.
Contact times · UTC
C1Partial begins16:47:30
C2Totality begins17:48:20
MAXMaximum17:49:14
C3Totality ends17:50:08
C4Partial ends18:46:31
Logistics
ParkingFree gravel car park at the lighthouse turnoff from Route 425. ~30 vehicles.
ServicesNone nearby
SignalPatchy · check carrier
TerrainRocky lava headland with flat areas near the lighthouse. Good footwear recommended.
AccessDrive-up