Almería
36.838°, -2.460° · 21 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration
Marginal: only 0.00° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
60/100Good
96%
Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration
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About Almería
Almería is an Andalusian city, capital of its namesake province, with over 196,000 inhabitants. Located at just 21 metres elevation on the southeastern coast of Andalusia, facing the Mediterranean Sea, Almería has historically been an important port. Its coastal setting offers particular conditions for observing the partial eclipse expected for August 2026.
For this eclipse
In Almería, the partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 will reach its maximum at 20:37 local time. This city presents a particularity: the visibility verdict is marginal. The Sun will be only 4.6 degrees above the horizon towards the west-northwest, with a margin of just 0 degrees relative to the actual horizon. This situation requires a completely clear maritime horizon in that cardinal direction.
The weather in August
August in Almería carries a low risk of storms, pointing to generally stable conditions for observing the solar event. Detailed temperature and clear-sky data for this period are not available, so it is advisable to check the specific forecast as the eclipse date approaches.
Past eclipses
Almería experienced a total eclipse 320 years ago, on 12 May 1706, an event of full magnitude in which obscuration reached 100 per cent. The next chance to witness a total eclipse from Almería will not arrive until 20 June 2327, while an annular eclipse will be visible on 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
The Sun will follow a west-northwest trajectory during the eclipse maximum, positioning itself at azimuth 285 degrees. With a critical altitude of only 4.6 degrees above the horizon, the viewing angle is very low, making it essential to have a completely clear view of the sea horizon in that direction to appreciate the phenomenon.
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Eclipse schedule in Almería
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:42 UTC | 19:42 | +15.2° | 277.4° |
| Maximum | 18:37 UTC | 20:37 | +4.6° | 285.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:28 UTC | 21:28 | -4.7° | 292.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (292.9°)
Azimuth at C4
292.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.66°
Terrain horizon
4.58°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.00°
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 Almería
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro MirallesIn the Sun's direction | 1573 m | 24.6 km | 291° WNW |
| Cerro de las ÁnimasIn the Sun's direction | 1538 m | 23.7 km | 290° WNW |
| MolineroIn the Sun's direction | 1499 m | 21.3 km | 294° WNW |
| Cerro MarraneraIn the Sun's direction | 1449 m | 23.5 km | 294° WNW |
| PiornoIn the Sun's direction | 1444 m | 19.5 km | 295° WNW |
| Morro del FeoIn the Sun's direction | 1441 m | 21.1 km | 292° WNW |
| Colativí | 1387 m | 22.4 km | 39° NE |
| Cerro de MontoroIn the Sun's direction | 1344 m | 23.1 km | 307° NW |
Weather in Almería in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
1%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Almería
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Next total eclipseJune 20, 2327
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Almería
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Almería?
Yes, but marginally: with 96% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Almería is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Almería?
Maximum occurs at 20:37 local time (18:37 UTC) in Almería.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Almería?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Almería.
Is Almería a good place to watch the eclipse?
Almería 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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