Bétera
39.591°, -0.462° · 110 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 4.24° at C3.
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You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Bétera
Bétera is a municipality in the province of Valencia, situated in the Camp de Túria region, in the Valencian Community. With a population of around 20,740 inhabitants and an altitude of 110 meters above sea level, the municipality sits on the edge of the northern metropolitan area of Valencia. Its location on the flat pre-coastal Valencian plain, surrounded by orchards and pine forests, provides relatively clear horizons toward all cardinal directions.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Bétera lies within the totality corridor of the solar eclipse. The maximum of the total phase will occur at 20:32 local time, when the Sun will be only 4.6° above the horizon, with an azimuth of 286°. The margin with respect to the topographic horizon is 4.3°, so any obstacles toward the west-northwest—buildings, trees, or elevations—could compromise observation. It is recommended to choose a location with a clear horizon in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Bétera is characterized by high temperatures, with an average of 26.3 °C, highs around 31.2 °C during the day and lows around 21.3 °C at night. Data from the reference AEMET station (1991-2020) record a probability of clear skies of 72% and over 300 hours of sunshine in the month. Precipitation is scarce—around 11.6 mm on average—although there is a moderate risk of afternoon thunderstorms, frequent in the Valencian interior during summer.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Bétera occurred on August 30, 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality of only 54 seconds. More recently, on October 3, 2005, the city experienced an annular eclipse with 198 seconds of annular phase and an obscuration of 90.4% of the solar disk. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, one must wait until July 13, 2075 for the next significant annular phenomenon visible from here.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 286°, and at a height of 4.6° above the mathematical horizon. This is a very low position for the afternoon, typical of summer sunset in Mediterranean latitudes. For observation, it is advisable to orient yourself with your right shoulder pointing north and look straight ahead: the Sun will appear directly in front of you, slightly above the horizon, toward the west.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Bétera
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +14.9° | 277.1° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.8° | 285.4° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.7° | 285.5° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.6° | 285.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | -4.2° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.17°
Terrain horizon
0.34°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.24°
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 Bétera
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Gorgo | 909 m | 17.2 km | 348° NNW |
| Montemayor | 899 m | 15.6 km | 358° N |
| Pico del Águila | 878 m | 21.6 km | 347° NNW |
| la Jabonera | 876 m | 17.6 km | 350° N |
| Alto de la Cruz | 857 m | 20.3 km | 343° NNW |
| La Pieza Roya | 846 m | 20.2 km | 339° NNW |
| Peñas Blancas | 845 m | 15.7 km | 1° N |
| Alto del Rodeno del Collado de la Moneda | 845 m | 17.1 km | 347° NNW |
Weather in Bétera in August
Avg. temp.
26.3°C
Max / min
31.2° / 21.3°
Precipitation
11.6 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station VALENCIA AEROPUERTO, 12 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
5%
Median cloud cover
27%
P75 — cloudier days
45%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Bétera
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 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 Bétera
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Bétera?
Yes — Bétera is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Bétera?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Bétera.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Bétera?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Bétera.
How long does totality last in Bétera?
Totality lasts 1 min 13 s in Bétera (C2 to C3).
Is Bétera a good place to watch the eclipse?
Bétera will see totality (C2-C3) very close to the western horizon. The partial end (C4) falls below the horizon: you need a clear western view for an epic experience.
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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