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.

60/100Good

93%

Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration

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°

Peaks near Algeciras

No named peaks within 25 km (or not yet cached).

Historical cloud cover in August

P25 — clearer days

Median cloud cover

P75 — cloudier days

Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.

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.