Boadilla del Monte
40.405°, -3.878° · 678 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.9% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.48° at peak.
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99.9%
Partial eclipse · 99.9% obscuration
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About Boadilla del Monte
Boadilla del Monte is a municipality in the province and Community of Madrid, with around 52,600 residents and an altitude of 678 meters above sea level. Located on the western foothills of the capital, it forms part of Madrid's metropolitan ring while maintaining a distinctly residential character. Its elevated position above the Meseta offers clear horizons toward the west, a factor relevant for observing astronomical phenomena with the Sun in a low position.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Boadilla del Monte will experience a partial solar eclipse. At maximum phase, around 20:32 local time, the Sun will be just 7.5° above the horizon, a very low altitude. With a horizon margin of 6.5°, the eclipse should be visible, but any obstruction to the west-northwest—buildings, trees, or elevated terrain—could block it. It is recommended to seek an elevated and clear observation point facing west.
The weather in August
August in Boadilla del Monte falls within the continental climate of the Madrid Meseta, with long, dry summers in which the anticyclone dominates much of the month. Data from the AEMET station associated with the city indicates a low risk of thunderstorms in August, which proves favorable for eclipse observation. The typical conditions of the second week of August in this sector of Madrid point to predominantly clear skies.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Boadilla del Monte took place on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with 108 seconds of totality. More recently, on October 3, 2005, an annular eclipse occurred that reached an obscuration of 90.2% and more than four minutes of annular phase. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next annular eclipse visible from this location is not expected until December 8, 2113.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:32 local time, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 283°, practically due west with a slight inclination toward the north, in the west-northwest direction. Its altitude of 7.5° places it barely above the horizon. Observers should face west-northwest and ensure a clear, low-angle view in that direction; a raised terrace or small hill will significantly improve the chances of witnessing the phenomenon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Boadilla del Monte
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +17.9° | 274.5° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.5° | 283.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.5° | 291.5° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.5°)
Azimuth at C4
291.5° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.51°
Terrain horizon
0.98°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.48°
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 Boadilla del Monte
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peña Alonso | 1296 m | 25.0 km | 351° N |
| El Picazo | 1273 m | 24.8 km | 351° N |
| Peña Bermeja | 1017 m | 21.6 km | 349° NNW |
| Canto del Pico | 1004 m | 20.9 km | 349° N |
| Altos de Galapagar | 941 m | 19.0 km | 331° NNW |
| Cerro del Canchal | 923 m | 23.4 km | 4° N |
| Peña del Balcón | 913 m | 18.5 km | 331° NNW |
| ValquemadoIn the Sun's direction | 879.7 m | 21.3 km | 301° WNW |
Weather in Boadilla del Monte in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
8%
P75 — cloudier days
72%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Boadilla del Monte
- 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 Boadilla del Monte
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Boadilla del Monte?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.9% covered at maximum from Boadilla del Monte.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Boadilla del Monte?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Boadilla del Monte.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Boadilla del Monte?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Boadilla del Monte.
Is Boadilla del Monte a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Boadilla del Monte 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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