Aldaia
39.466°, -0.460° · 49 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 3.83° 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 Aldaia
Aldaia is a municipality in the province of Valencia nestled in the comarca of l'Horta Oest, in the heart of the Valencian Community. With nearly 31,500 inhabitants and an altitude of 49 metres above sea level, it spreads across the fertile plain surrounding the Valencian capital, just a few kilometres west of the city. Its practically flat territory forms part of Valencia's metropolitan area, with a long historical connection to the traditional Valencian irrigation plain.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Aldaia will lie within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. Maximum obscuration will occur at 20:32 local time, with the Sun completely hidden. At that moment the Sun will be 4.5 degrees above the geometric horizon and with 4 degrees of clearance above the topographic horizon, which guarantees the visibility of totality from open terrain. It is advisable to choose a location with an unobstructed horizon towards the west-northwest.
The weather in August
In August, Aldaia experiences conditions typical of the Valencian interior Mediterranean climate. The average temperature hovers around 26 °C, with highs exceeding 31 °C during the day and lows around 21 °C at night. The month accumulates an average rainfall of 11.6 mm and about 300 hours of sunshine, with a probability of clear skies of 72%. The risk of thunderstorms is moderate, especially during the central hours of the day. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Aldaia occurred on July 18, 1860, 166 years ago, with a totality duration of 91 seconds. More recently, on October 3, 2005, an annular eclipse occurred with an obscuration of 90.4% and 219 seconds of annular phase. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, one must wait until July 13, 2075 for the next notable annular eclipse, with an expected obscuration of 87.4% and a duration of 229 seconds.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of eclipse maximum on August 12, 2026 at 20:32, the Sun will be at azimuth 286°, that is, almost due west-northwest, slightly displaced northward from due west. Its altitude above the horizon will be 4.5 degrees, equivalent to just over the width of a hand at arm's length. To observe the eclipse it is advisable to position oneself in an open location without obstacles in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Aldaia
| 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
-4.25°
Terrain horizon
0.70°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.83°
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 Aldaia
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| la Gorrissa | 586 m | 24.1 km | 3° N |
| Mola de Segart | 565 m | 23.9 km | 17° NNE |
| Puntal de la Mallada | 551 m | 24.3 km | 13° NNE |
| Puntal del Salt | 537 m | 24.0 km | 14° NNE |
| Montcúdio | 524 m | 23.4 km | 11° N |
| Montcúdio | 520 m | 23.6 km | 12° NNE |
| El Manyo | 513 m | 24.3 km | 11° N |
| el Rodeno de l'Aljub | 511 m | 24.4 km | 15° NNE |
Weather in Aldaia in August
Avg. temp.
26.3°C
Max / min
31.2° / 21.3°
Precipitation
11.6 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station VALENCIA AEROPUERTO, 3 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 Aldaia
- 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 Aldaia
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Aldaia?
Yes — Aldaia is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Aldaia?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Aldaia.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Aldaia?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Aldaia.
How long does totality last in Aldaia?
Totality lasts 1 min 3 s in Aldaia (C2 to C3).
Is Aldaia a good place to watch the eclipse?
Aldaia 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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