Aranjuez
40.031°, -3.602° · 508 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.75° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Aranjuez
Aranjuez is a municipality in Madrid province, located in the Madrid Autonomous Community at 508 meters above sea level on the banks of the Tagus River. With slightly over 54,000 inhabitants, it occupies a strategic position on the Manchegan plain south of the capital. Its fluvial setting and landscape of historic gardens and irrigation plains give it a distinctive character within the Castilian plateau, blending urban fabric with extensive green spaces that facilitate viewing the horizon.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Aranjuez will experience a partial solar eclipse with maximum at 20:32 local time. At that moment, the Sun will be just 7.1° above the horizon in the west-northwest direction (azimuth 284°), with a margin of 6.7° above the horizon. The low solar altitude requires a completely clear western horizon free of obstacles; any building, dense vegetation, or terrain elevation can block the view during the crucial minutes.
The weather in August
August is the warmest month in Aranjuez: maximum temperatures average 34.2 °C, with nighttime lows around 17 °C and a mean of 25.6 °C. Precipitation is minimal, barely 6.3 mm monthly average, and the thunderstorm risk is classified as low according to AEMET data for the 1991-2020 period. General conditions favor clear nights and stable afternoons, although nearby inland thunderstorms cannot be ruled out completely. Data: AEMET.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Aranjuez occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with totality lasting just over two minutes and complete obscuration of the solar disk. More recently, on October 3, 2005, an annular eclipse covered 90.3% of the Sun for nearly four minutes, leaving the characteristic ring of fire above the horizon. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next significant annular eclipse from this location will not occur until December 8, 2113.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse on August 12, 2026 at 20:32, the Sun will be oriented toward the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 284° measured from north. Its height above the horizon will be just 7.1°, equivalent to slightly more than a fist with arm extended. This low position means observation must be planned from a point with clear visibility in that direction: a riverbank, a park without tall trees, or a rooftop are good options in Aranjuez.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Aranjuez
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +17.5° | 274.9° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.1° | 283.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.9° | 291.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.8°)
Azimuth at C4
291.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.91°
Terrain horizon
0.32°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.75°
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 Aranjuez
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montecillo | 751 m | 15.0 km | 53° NE |
| Pingarrón | 695 m | 20.9 km | 20° NNE |
| Cerro Barbero | 694 m | 14.2 km | 53° NE |
| El Monte | 691 m | 14.5 km | 52° NE |
| Majadas | 689 m | 13.5 km | 44° NE |
| Cerro Villano | 672 m | 14.0 km | 50° NE |
| Cabeza del Can | 665 m | 17.4 km | 221° SW |
| Legaña | 605 m | 11.3 km | 350° N |
Weather in Aranjuez in August
Avg. temp.
25.6°C
Max / min
34.2° / 17°
Precipitation
6.3 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station ARANJUEZ, 6 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
3%
P75 — cloudier days
40%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Aranjuez
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseDecember 8, 2113
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Aranjuez
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Aranjuez?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Aranjuez.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Aranjuez?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Aranjuez.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Aranjuez?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Aranjuez.
Is Aranjuez a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Aranjuez is an excellent choice (score 75/100): favorable geometry, clear horizon, and good August climatology.
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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