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Events · Funchal · 12 August 2026

Solar eclipse barely noticed in Porto Santo

This afternoon's solar eclipse went largely unnoticed in Porto Santo, with a slight dimming of light observed before 8 PM.

Solar eclipse barely noticed in Porto Santo

This afternoon's solar eclipse was largely unnoticed on the island of Porto Santo.

However, a slight decrease in luminosity was observed on the "golden island" shortly before 8 PM.

Fewer people were seen on the beach compared to the usual for this time of year, possibly due to a lack of appropriate viewing glasses and a preference for watching the event on television.

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