Alaquàs
39.456°, -0.461° · 48 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 3.91° at C3.
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You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Alaquàs
Alaquàs is a municipality in the province of Valencia, part of the metropolitan area of the Valencian capital, in the l'Horta Oest region. With nearly 29,300 inhabitants and an altitude of 48 metres above sea level, it extends across the coastal plain that dominates the central stretch of the Valencian Community. Its position just a few kilometres southwest of Valencia gives it a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and a well-connected urban setting.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Alaquàs lies within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. The total phase reaches its maximum at 20:32 local time, when the Sun will be just 4.5° above the horizon in the west-northwest direction. With a margin of 4° above the topographic horizon, observation of contact C3 is favourable, provided the line of sight towards the west-northwest is clear of obstacles in the final degrees above the horizon.
The weather in August
August in Alaquàs follows the Valencian Mediterranean pattern: average temperature of 26 °C, with typical highs of 31 °C and lows around 21 °C. The month accumulates around 301 hours of sunshine and the probability of clear skies is approximately 72 %. Precipitation is low—roughly 12 mm on average—though the risk of thunderstorms is moderate and can bring cloud cover late in the day. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Alaquàs occurred on July 18, 1860, 166 years ago, with a totality phase lasting 88 seconds. More recently, on October 3, 2005, an annular eclipse covered 90.4 % of the solar disk for nearly four minutes. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next annular eclipse observable from this location will not arrive until July 13, 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of totality, at 20:32, the Sun will be 4.5° above the horizon with an azimuth of 286°, a direction corresponding to the west-northwest. With the Sun so close to the horizon, any obstacle in that direction—a building, a grove of trees or a raised relief—could block the view. To ensure observation, it is best to choose a clear spot with a wide field of vision towards the west-northwest, free of buildings and vegetation in the final degrees of elevation.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Alaquàs
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +14.8° | 277.2° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.7° | 285.4° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.6° | 285.5° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.5° | 285.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -4.3° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.26°
Terrain horizon
0.62°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.91°
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 Alaquàs
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mola de Segart | 565 m | 25.0 km | 16° NNE |
| Montcúdio | 524 m | 24.5 km | 11° N |
| Montcúdio | 520 m | 24.7 km | 11° NNE |
| el Reixo | 508 m | 24.2 km | 2° N |
| el Pinar | 489 m | 23.1 km | 10° N |
| Puntal de Mateu | 470 m | 23.6 km | 11° N |
| la Trona | 461 m | 25.0 km | 14° NNE |
| la Creueta | 429 m | 23.3 km | 9° N |
Weather in Alaquàs in August
Avg. temp.
26.3°C
Max / min
31.2° / 21.3°
Precipitation
11.6 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station VALENCIA AEROPUERTO, 4 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
8%
Median cloud cover
27%
P75 — cloudier days
59%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Alaquàs
- Last total eclipseJuly 18, 1860166 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Alaquàs
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Alaquàs?
Yes — Alaquàs is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Alaquàs?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Alaquàs.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Alaquàs?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Alaquàs.
How long does totality last in Alaquàs?
Totality lasts 1 min 2 s in Alaquàs (C2 to C3).
Is Alaquàs a good place to watch the eclipse?
Alaquàs will see totality (C2-C3) very close to the western horizon. The partial end (C4) falls below the horizon: you need a clear western view for an epic experience.
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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