Algete
40.597°, -3.497° · 721 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 7.11° 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 Algete
Algete is a municipality in the Community of Madrid located northeast of the capital, about 30 kilometers away. With nearly 20,200 inhabitants and an altitude of 721 meters above sea level, it forms part of Madrid's metropolitan crown. Its location in the Jarama corridor, on gently rolling terrain, offers broad perspectives toward the horizon, which is relevant for observing the astronomical phenomenon.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Algete will be within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. The maximum will occur at 20:31 local time, when the Moon will completely cover the Sun's disk for brief moments. At that moment the Sun will be only 7 degrees above the horizon, so a completely clear horizon toward the west-northwest will be needed. The calculated margin above the topographic horizon is 7 degrees, sufficient but with no margin.
The weather in August
August is the warmest and driest month of the year in the interior of the Madrid plateau, and Algete is no exception. AEMET climate data for the 1991-2020 period indicate low thunderstorm risk for this time of year, which increases the chances of enjoying a clear sky during the eclipse afternoon. Atmospheric stability is the usual pattern in Madrid's metropolitan area in mid-August.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Algete occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with a totality phase of just 106 seconds. More recently, the annular eclipse of October 3, 2005 covered more than 90% of the Sun's disk and lasted about four minutes in this area. After the August 2026 eclipse, the next annular eclipse visible from here will not occur until the year 2377.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the height of the eclipse, the Sun will occupy azimuth 283°, practically toward the west with a slight inclination toward the north, in the direction that navigators call west-northwest. Its height above the horizon will be only 7.2 degrees, a very low position that makes it essential to have a clear line of sight in that direction. Those who position themselves in elevated areas or with clear views toward the west will obtain the best conditions to follow the totality.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Algete
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +17.6° | 274.7° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +7.4° | 283.3° |
| Maximum | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +7.3° | 283.4° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.2° | 283.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.6° | 291.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.7°)
Azimuth at C4
291.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.63°
Terrain horizon
0.09°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.11°
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 Algete
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro de San Pedro | 1425 m | 23.2 km | 309° NW |
| Cerro del Cancho | 1117 m | 20.9 km | 314° NW |
| Cerro LongoIn the Sun's direction | 1086 m | 22.2 km | 303° WNW |
| Caiza | 924 m | 20.2 km | 344° NNW |
| Atalaya del Vellón | 911 m | 19.7 km | 344° NNW |
| Cerrillo Redondillo | 887 m | 19.4 km | 344° NNW |
| Cerro de la Virgen | 837 m | 19.7 km | 128° SE |
| Ecce-Homo | 836 m | 19.4 km | 131° SE |
Weather in Algete in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
21%
P75 — cloudier days
70%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Algete
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseOctober 3, 2377
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Algete
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Algete?
Yes — Algete is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Algete?
Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time (18:31 UTC) in Algete.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Algete?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Algete.
How long does totality last in Algete?
Totality lasts 0 min 57 s in Algete (C2 to C3).
Is Algete a good place to watch the eclipse?
Algete 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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