Antequera
37.019°, -4.561° · 519 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 4.44° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
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About Antequera
Antequera is a municipality in the province of Málaga, in Andalucía, with approximately 45,000 inhabitants and located at 519 meters above sea level in the heart of the natural region that bears its name. Nestled between limestone sierras, the city has historically served as a communications hub in interior Andalucía, connecting the Málaga coast with the plains of Córdoba and Granada.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Antequera will experience a partial solar eclipse whose maximum will occur at 20:37 local time. At that moment, the Sun will be just 6.2° above the horizon, making it essential to have an observation point with a completely clear western horizon. The clearance above the topographic horizon is 4.4°, which confirms visibility of the maximum but warns that any obstacle to the west could compromise observation.
The weather in August
August is the most meteorologically stable month of the year in Antequera. According to AEMET data for the period 1991–2020, the risk of thunderstorms is low, favoring unobstructed enjoyment of the eclipse. The presence of the sierra acts as a barrier against Atlantic moisture, and clear skies are typical in summer afternoons.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Antequera occurred on December 22, 1870, 156 years ago, with a totality phase lasting just 67 seconds. After the eclipses from 2026 to 2028, one will have to wait until July 13, 2075 to witness an annular eclipse, and another total will not occur until June 20, 2327.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum, the Sun will be 6.2° above the horizon and at an azimuth of 284°, an orientation corresponding to west-northwest. To locate it visually, position yourself facing almost due west and shift your gaze slightly toward the north. The low solar altitude is characteristic of sunset eclipses and requires choosing the observation site with special care regarding the horizon profile.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Antequera
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:42 UTC | 19:42 | +16.9° | 276.1° |
| Maximum | 18:37 UTC | 20:37 | +6.2° | 284.0° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:29 UTC | 21:29 | -3.2° | 291.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.7°)
Azimuth at C4
291.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.17°
Terrain horizon
1.72°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.44°
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 Antequera
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamizo | 1641 m | 22.6 km | 100° E |
| Morrón de la Cruz | 1445 m | 18.4 km | 108° ESE |
| Morrón de la Cruz | 1429 m | 18.6 km | 109° ESE |
| Camorro Alto | 1378 m | 5.8 km | 203° SSW |
| Peña Negra | 1353 m | 16.6 km | 118° ESE |
| Camorro de Siete Mesas;Mástil de los Montañeros | 1346 m | 6.6 km | 167° SSE |
| Cerro del Tajo Tello | 1332 m | 24.5 km | 91° E |
| Morrón de Gragea | 1298 m | 16.9 km | 115° ESE |
Weather in Antequera in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
1%
P75 — cloudier days
3%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Antequera
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 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 Antequera
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Antequera?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 95% covered at maximum from Antequera.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Antequera?
Maximum occurs at 20:37 local time (18:37 UTC) in Antequera.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Antequera?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Antequera.
Is Antequera a good place to watch the eclipse?
Antequera 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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