Alcantarilla
37.969°, -1.217° · 76 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.12° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
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About Alcantarilla
Alcantarilla is a municipality in the Region of Murcia, situated in the fertile plain of the Segura River, just a few kilometers west of the regional capital. With around 41,000 inhabitants and an elevation of 76 meters above sea level, the city sits in a fertile valley surrounded by traditional irrigated farmland. Its history dates back to around 730 AD, making it one of the region's oldest centers of Andalusí origin.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Alcantarilla will experience a partial solar eclipse with maximum at 20:35, local time. At that moment the Sun will be just 4.3° above the horizon—very close to setting—with an azimuth of 286°, pointing toward the west-northwest. The clearance above the topographic horizon is 3.1°, so it will be enough to have the low western horizon clear in order to follow the phenomenon without obstruction.
The weather in August
August in Alcantarilla is hot and dry: the average temperature reaches 27.7 °C, with typical highs of 34.5 °C and nighttime lows around 21 °C. The month records about 319 hours of sunshine and the probability of clear skies is around 77%, offering good prospects for observation. Average precipitation is just 10.9 mm, though there is a moderate risk of afternoon thunderstorms. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Alcantarilla took place on May 12, 1706, 320 years ago; totality lasted just over three and a half minutes. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, you will have to wait until July 13, 2075 for an annular eclipse, and until June 20, 2327 for the Moon to once again completely cover the Sun's disk from this municipality.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 286°, which corresponds to the west-northwest direction, slightly north of the exact due west point. Its altitude above the horizon will be 4.3°, a very low position that requires a western horizon completely free of buildings or trees. The clearance of 3.1° above the topographic horizon confirms that the Sun will remain visible if there are no obstacles in that area.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Alcantarilla
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +14.7° | 277.5° |
| Maximum | 18:35 UTC | 20:35 | +4.3° | 285.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:26 UTC | 21:26 | -4.7° | 293.5° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.5°)
Azimuth at C4
293.5° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.74°
Terrain horizon
1.22°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.12°
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 Alcantarilla
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra de Carrascoy | 1065 m | 14.7 km | 199° SSW |
| Los Filos | 1064 m | 15.9 km | 200° SSW |
| Cabezo del Reloj | 1001 m | 16.2 km | 200° SSW |
| Cabezo del Barranco Blanco | 962 m | 17.3 km | 206° SSW |
| Cabezo de Palazón | 699 m | 23.8 km | 321° NW |
| Peñón del Infierno | 667 m | 11.7 km | 181° S |
| Cabezo del Espino | 665 m | 25.0 km | 312° NW |
| Cabezos Negros | 662 m | 19.1 km | 205° SSW |
Weather in Alcantarilla in August
Avg. temp.
27.7°C
Max / min
34.5° / 21°
Precipitation
10.9 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station ALCANTARILLA, BASE AÉREA, 2 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
1%
Median cloud cover
5%
P75 — cloudier days
14%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Alcantarilla
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 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 Alcantarilla
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Alcantarilla?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 98% covered at maximum from Alcantarilla.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Alcantarilla?
Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Alcantarilla.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Alcantarilla?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Alcantarilla.
Is Alcantarilla a good place to watch the eclipse?
Alcantarilla is a good option (score 70/100): 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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