Adra
36.748°, -3.021° · 12 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
Marginal: only 1.42° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
60/100Good
95%
Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
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About Adra
Adra is a coastal municipality in the province of Almería, in Andalusia, located at the mouth of the river of the same name on the Mediterranean Sea. With roughly 24,000 inhabitants and barely 12 metres above sea level, it occupies a singular position on the southeastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula. Its southern latitude and opening to the Mediterranean give it long, very sunny summers, characteristic of the Almería coast.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Adra will experience a partial solar eclipse reaching its maximum at 20:37 local time. At that moment the Sun will be just 4.9 degrees above the horizon, in the western direction, which requires a location with an unobstructed view to the west. With a margin of only 1.9 degrees above the topographic horizon, observation is possible but tight: any obstacle in that direction—buildings, hills or vegetation—can block the phenomenon at its peak moment.
The weather in August
AEMET data for the station closest to Adra indicate a low risk of thunderstorms in August, which is typical on this Mediterranean coastal strip where summer tends to be dry and stable. Although the 1991–2020 series provides no temperature or precipitation records for this specific point, the climate pattern of the Almería coast points to hot afternoons and mostly clear skies, conditions generally favourable for observing the eclipse.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Adra occurred on 22 December 1870, more than 156 years ago; the totality phase lasted just 56 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one will have to wait until 13 July 2075 to witness an annular eclipse from this locality. The next total eclipse will not reach Adra until 20 June 2327, with a totality lasting more than five minutes.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 285 degrees, a direction roughly west-northwest, 4.9 degrees above the horizon. The Sun will be mere minutes from sunset, so it is advisable to find in advance an elevated point or an open area with a clear view to the west-northwest, without buildings or terrain features that might obstruct the line of sight in the final degrees of the Sun's path.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Adra
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:42 UTC | 19:42 | +15.6° | 277.1° |
| Maximum | 18:37 UTC | 20:37 | +4.9° | 284.9° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:29 UTC | 21:29 | -4.4° | 292.6° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (292.6°)
Azimuth at C4
292.6° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.36°
Terrain horizon
3.51°
Sun−terrain margin
+1.42°
What the contact points (C1-C4) mean
A solar eclipse is described by four key moments, the contact points between the discs of the Sun and the Moon:
- C1First contact: the Moon touches the edge of the Sun and the partial eclipse begins.
- C2Second contact: the Moon fully covers the Sun and totality begins.
- C3Third contact: the Sun reappears and totality ends.
- C4Fourth contact: the Moon leaves the Sun's disc and the eclipse ends.
Where the eclipse is only partial, the Moon never fully covers the Sun: only C1 and C4 occur, with no totality in between.
Peaks near Adra
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrón de la Lagunilla | 2249 m | 24.4 km | 45° NE |
| Morrón Bandera | 2236 m | 24.0 km | 43° NE |
| Morrón (excéntrica Norte) | 2228 m | 24.1 km | 43° NE |
| Morrón (excéntrica Sur) | 2214 m | 23.6 km | 43° NE |
| Morrón de la Parra | 2134 m | 25.0 km | 37° NE |
| Colorados | 2133 m | 24.6 km | 36° NE |
| Punta de los Pájaros | 2115 m | 25.0 km | 43° NE |
| Nuevo Mundo | 2113 m | 24.4 km | 53° NE |
Weather in Adra in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
1%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Adra
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- Next total eclipseJune 20, 2327
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Adra
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Adra?
Yes, but marginally: with 95% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Adra is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Adra?
Maximum occurs at 20:37 local time (18:37 UTC) in Adra.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Adra?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Adra.
Is Adra a good place to watch the eclipse?
Adra is a good option (score 60/100): all eclipse phases are visible, though not the regional optimum.
Do I need special glasses to watch the eclipse?
Yes, you need ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses during every partial phase. Regular sunglasses do NOT protect. Glasses can only be removed during the totality phase (when the Sun is fully covered); never during annular or partial eclipses. Pages flagged "visible" assume a clear horizon, not a viewing recommendation.
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