Almassora
39.947°, -0.063° · 37 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 3.64° 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 Almassora
Almassora is a municipality in the province of Castellón, in the Valencian Community, with just over 25,800 inhabitants. It sits 37 metres above sea level on the flat coastal plain of the Mijares River, a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. The level terrain and proximity to the sea favour an open horizon in almost all directions. The town borders Castellón de la Plana to the north and forms part of its urban area.
For this eclipse
Almassora lies within the path of totality of the solar eclipse on 12 August 2026. Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time, with the Sun at 4.5° above the horizon. The topographic margin of 3.7° indicates that totality will be visible without natural obstacles in the direction of observation. The low altitude of the Sun will give the corona a warm hue characteristic of eclipses occurring near sunset.
The weather in August
August in Almassora follows the coastal Mediterranean pattern: mean temperature of 26.2 °C, highs around 30.7 °C and lows of 21.6 °C. The month accumulates some 301 hours of sunshine and the probability of clear skies is around 72 %. Average precipitation is 20.2 mm, and the risk of storms is high, with greater frequency in the afternoons. It is advisable to check the forecast in advance, as a summer storm could reduce visibility during the eclipse. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse seen from Almassora occurred on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with 206 seconds of totality. Four years earlier, on 11 November 1901, an annular eclipse reached an obscuration of 82.2 % of the solar disc and an annular phase of 345 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one must wait until 13 July 2075 to witness the next annular eclipse from here.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the time of maximum, at 20:31 local time, the Sun will be to the west-northwest: azimuth 286° and altitude of 4.5° above the geometric horizon. For observation, it is recommended to face the point between west and northwest and ensure you have a clear line of sight in that direction. The low altitude above the horizon will cause the atmosphere to add reddish tones to the corona during totality, an effect characteristic of eclipses near sunset.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Almassora
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +14.8° | 277.2° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +4.8° | 285.5° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.6° | 285.6° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.5° | 285.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | -4.2° | 293.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.8°)
Azimuth at C4
293.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.19°
Terrain horizon
0.83°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.64°
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 Almassora
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pic Batalla | 974 m | 24.3 km | 254° WSW |
| Puntal de l'Aljub | 944 m | 23.8 km | 250° WSW |
| Pico de la Nevera | 877 m | 21.9 km | 243° WSW |
| El Molló | 861 m | 22.6 km | 243° WSW |
| la Nevera | 853 m | 21.7 km | 243° WSW |
| el Corralet | 828 m | 24.6 km | 252° WSW |
| el Cuquello | 802 m | 21.1 km | 244° WSW |
| Cabeço de Sant Just | 792 m | 25.0 km | 312° NW |
Weather in Almassora in August
Avg. temp.
26.2°C
Max / min
30.7° / 21.6°
Precipitation
20.2 mm
Storm risk
High
Station CASTELLÓ - ALMASSORA, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
14%
Median cloud cover
22%
P75 — cloudier days
69%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Almassora
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 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 Almassora
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Almassora?
Yes — Almassora is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Almassora?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Almassora.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Almassora?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Almassora.
How long does totality last in Almassora?
Totality lasts 1 min 36 s in Almassora (C2 to C3).
Is Almassora a good place to watch the eclipse?
Almassora 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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