Algeciras
36.133°, -5.451° · 29 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 4.16° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
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About Algeciras
Algeciras is a city in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia, with around 121,400 inhabitants and an altitude of just 29 meters above sea level. Located on the western shore of the bay bearing its name, facing the Rock of Gibraltar, it is one of Spain's busiest cargo ports and a key crossing point between the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Its position at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula gives it a climate strongly shaped by marine influence.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Algeciras will experience a partial solar eclipse reaching maximum coverage at 20:39 local time. The Sun will be just 6.3° above the horizon, oriented toward the west-northwest (azimuth 284°). With a clearance of 4.2° from the topographic horizon, the phenomenon will be visible, but seek a location with an open view toward that part of the sky to catch the final phases of the eclipse.
The weather in August
August in Algeciras is warm and dry, with average temperatures of 22.8 °C, highs around 25.4 °C, and lows near 20.2 °C, according to AEMET records for 1991–2020. The month's average precipitation barely exceeds 0.6 mm, reflecting the typical summer aridity of the Andalusian coast. Storm risk is low, so conditions are usually favorable for observing the sky during the eclipse hours.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Algeciras occurred on December 22, 1870, 156 years ago, with a totality phase of roughly 1 minute and 54 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, you will have to wait until September 12, 2053 for the shadow of totality to cross this latitude again. An annular eclipse will follow on July 13, 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, the Sun will sit 6.3° above the horizon, a very low position equivalent to roughly twelve solar diameters. Its direction will be west-northwest, with an azimuth of 284°. To follow the phenomenon without obstacles, ideally position yourself on a terrace or hilltop with clear visibility toward that quarter, avoiding buildings or terrain that might block the final degrees before sunset.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Algeciras
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:44 UTC | 19:44 | +17.2° | 276.0° |
| Maximum | 18:39 UTC | 20:39 | +6.3° | 283.8° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:31 UTC | 21:31 | -3.1° | 291.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.4°)
Azimuth at C4
291.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.13°
Terrain horizon
2.17°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.16°
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 Algeciras
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock of Gibraltar | 426 m | 9.5 km | 93° E |
| Rock of Gibraltar | 417 m | 9.6 km | 95° E |
| Signal Hill | 387 m | 9.4 km | 89° E |
| Torre de Viglilancia forestal | — | 19.9 km | 266° W |
Weather in Algeciras in August
Avg. temp.
22.8°C
Max / min
25.4° / 20.2°
Precipitation
0.6 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station TARIFA, 19 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
2%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Algeciras
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- Next total eclipseSeptember 12, 2053
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Algeciras
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Algeciras?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 93% covered at maximum from Algeciras.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Algeciras?
Maximum occurs at 20:39 local time (18:39 UTC) in Algeciras.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Algeciras?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Algeciras.
Is Algeciras a good place to watch the eclipse?
Algeciras 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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