Baza
37.491°, -2.773° · 842 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 97% obscuration
Marginal: only 0.05° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
45/100Marginal
97%
Partial eclipse · 97% obscuration
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About Baza
Baza is a municipality located in the province of Almería, in the heart of Andalusia, at 842 metres above sea level. With nearly 23,400 inhabitants, it occupies a strategic position in the interior of the peninsula, nestled in a vast sedimentary basin surrounded by mountain ranges. Its natural environment, marked by the contrast between fertile plains and the arid surrounding landscapes, reflects the geographical diversity characteristic of southeastern Spain.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Baza will not fall within the path of totality of the solar eclipse, so the phenomenon will be experienced as a partial eclipse. Maximum will occur at 20:36 local time, with the Sun positioned just 5.1° above the horizon and an azimuth of 285°, that is, far to the west-northwest. With a horizon margin of only 0.2°, any elevation of the terrain or building in that direction could block the view at the crucial moment.
The weather in August
August in Baza corresponds to the driest and warmest season of the year, typical of the semi-arid continental climate of inland Andalusia. Although the records from the reference weather station do not allow us to quantify temperatures with precision or the exact probability of clear skies, the risk of thunderstorms that month is low, which reduces the probability of convective interruptions during eclipse observation.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Baza took place on 12 May 1706, more than three centuries ago, with a phase of totality lasting just under four minutes. Since then, the city has not been under the umbra again. The next annular eclipse will arrive in 2075, and we must wait until the year 2327 for totality to return to this corner of southeastern Spain.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of eclipse maximum, the Sun will be in a very low position in Baza's sky, at only 5.1° altitude, oriented towards the west-northwest (azimuth 285°). For anyone wishing to observe it, it will be essential to have a completely clear horizon in that direction: a small hill, a building or even trees in that orientation can obstruct the view of the Sun at that moment.
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Eclipse schedule in Baza
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:41 UTC | 19:41 | +15.7° | 276.8° |
| Maximum | 18:36 UTC | 20:36 | +5.1° | 284.8° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:27 UTC | 21:27 | -4.0° | 292.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (292.7°)
Azimuth at C4
292.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.05°
Terrain horizon
5.19°
Sun−terrain margin
-0.05°
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 Baza
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Bárbara | 2269 m | 13.7 km | 207° SSW |
| Calar de Rapa | 2236 m | 19.0 km | 200° SSW |
| Cerro del Calar | 2228 m | 15.8 km | 209° SSW |
| Rapa | 2228 m | 19.0 km | 196° SSW |
| Calar de San Sebastián | 2165 m | 17.6 km | 199° SSW |
| Riscas de las Mesetas | 2165 m | 17.8 km | 199° SSW |
| Picón de Gor | 2155 m | 17.9 km | 219° SW |
| Cerro de las Grajas | 2081 m | 18.5 km | 215° SW |
Weather in Baza in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
9%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Baza
- 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 Baza
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Baza?
Yes, but marginally: with 97% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Baza is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Baza?
Maximum occurs at 20:36 local time (18:36 UTC) in Baza.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Baza?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Baza.
Is Baza a good place to watch the eclipse?
Baza can see the eclipse with limitations (score 45/100): terrain, geometry, or climatology add risk. Consider moving to a higher-scored viewpoint.
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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