Badajoz

38.878°, -6.971° · 192 m a.s.l.

Visible

Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration

The Sun clears local terrain by 8.35° at peak.

75/100Very good

96%

Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration

Eclipse schedule in Badajoz

Phase	UTC	Local time	Sun alt.	Sun az.
C1 — Partial begins	17:39 UTC	19:39	+19.6°	273.5°
Maximum	18:35 UTC	20:35	+8.8°	282.0°
C4 — Partial ends	19:27 UTC	21:27	-0.4°	290.1°

Sun direction and altitude at C4

Look toward WNW (290.1°)

Azimuth at C4

290.1° WNW

Sun altitude at C4

-0.44°

Terrain horizon

0.50°

Sun−terrain margin

+8.35°

Peaks near Badajoz

No named peaks within 25 km (or not yet cached).

Historical cloud cover in August

P25 — clearer days

Median cloud cover

P75 — cloudier days

Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.

Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Badajoz

Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Badajoz?

Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 96% covered at maximum from Badajoz.

What time is the eclipse maximum in Badajoz?

Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Badajoz.

Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Badajoz?

Look WNW (azimuth 282°); the Sun will be 9° above the horizon at maximum from Badajoz.

Is Badajoz a good place to watch the eclipse?

Yes, Badajoz 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.