Badalona
41.450°, 2.247° · 16 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.25° at peak.
70/100Good
99.7%
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Badalona
Badalona is a city in the province of Barcelona, belonging to the autonomous community of Catalonia. Located at an altitude of 16 meters, it sits on the Mediterranean coast, next to the sea. With nearly 218,000 inhabitants, it is one of the most populous cities in the Barcelona metropolitan belt, with an important port and industrial tradition.
For this eclipse
The partial eclipse on August 12, 2026, will be visible from Badalona. At the moment of maximum, the Sun will reach barely 3.9 degrees above the horizon toward the west. Due to this low altitude, it is essential to have a completely clear sea or land horizon in that direction.
The weather in August
According to AEMET data from the 1991-2020 period, the average temperature in August in Badalona is 25.2 degrees Celsius, with highs of 27.6 degrees and lows of 22.8 degrees. Average monthly rainfall reaches 27.8 millimeters, and thunderstorm risk is moderate, providing generally favorable conditions for observation.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Badalona took place on May 12, 1706, 320 years ago. The next annular eclipse to be observed from the city will occur on July 13, 2075, being visible for 189 seconds.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun is positioned barely 3.9 degrees above the horizon, toward the west. This very low position requires being at a location with completely open visibility toward the west, such as the coast itself or an area without tall buildings obstructing the view.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Badalona
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.7° | 277.8° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +3.9° | 286.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -4.6° | 295.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.0°)
Azimuth at C4
295.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.61°
Terrain horizon
1.67°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.25°
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 Badalona
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pic del Vent | 815.6 m | 24.9 km | 337° NNW |
| Puig de la Creu | 668.3 m | 23.4 km | 329° NNW |
| Mont-rodon | 618.4 m | 24.8 km | 317° NW |
| Puig Rodó | 617.1 m | 24.4 km | 331° NNW |
| el Segon Turó | 614.6 m | 23.2 km | 328° NNW |
| Turó de les Joies | 580.3 m | 24.9 km | 326° NW |
| Puig Capçut | 552.7 m | 24.6 km | 325° NW |
| Roca del Corb | 537 m | 23.7 km | 331° NNW |
Weather in Badalona in August
Avg. temp.
25.2°C
Max / min
27.6° / 22.8°
Precipitation
27.8 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station BARCELONA, PORT OLÍMPIC, 8 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
4%
Median cloud cover
8%
P75 — cloudier days
64%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Badalona
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 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 Badalona
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Badalona?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Badalona.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Badalona?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Badalona.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Badalona?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Badalona.
Is Badalona a good place to watch the eclipse?
Badalona is a good option (score 70/100): 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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