Burriana
39.889°, -0.085° · 22 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 2.95° 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 Burriana
Burriana is a coastal municipality in the province of Castellón, in the Valencian Community, with just over 34,500 inhabitants. Situated just 22 metres above sea level, it stretches across the Mediterranean coastal plain between the cities of Valencia and Castellón de la Plana. The local economy has historically been tied to citrus farming, with extensive orange groves that characterise the agricultural landscape of its municipal territory.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Burriana lies within the path of totality. The eclipse reaches maximum at 20:31 local time, with the Sun 4.5 degrees above the horizon to the west-northwest (azimuth 286°). The clearance of 2.9 degrees above the topographic horizon is sufficient for totality to be fully visible from open ground. To take advantage of it, choose a location without obstacles towards the west-northwest, as the Sun's low altitude leaves little room for buildings or trees.
The weather in August
August is the warmest month in Burriana, with an average temperature of 26 °C, typical highs around 31 °C and lows around 22 °C. The month averages 301 hours of sunshine, equivalent to roughly ten hours of daily sunlight. The probability of clear skies is around 72 %, though the risk of summer thunderstorms is high: intense rainfall events are frequent, especially in the second half of the month. Average monthly precipitation: 20 mm. Source: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Burriana occurred on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality phase lasting just over three minutes. Four years earlier, on 11 November 1901, an annular eclipse covered 82 % of the solar disc from this same location. The 2026 eclipse will thus be the first total eclipse in more than a century. After the series of 2026, 2027 and 2028, the next annular eclipse visible from here will not arrive until 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum, at 20:31, the Sun will be 4.5 degrees above the horizon towards the west-northwest (azimuth 286°). From Burriana, that direction points out to open sea, making the coastline a favourable observation site: the marine horizon offers a visually clean line free from obstructions. Nevertheless, any tall building or vegetation in that direction can obscure the Sun at such a low altitude, so choosing the observation point requires prior verification.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Burriana
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +14.7° | 277.2° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +4.7° | 285.5° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.6° | 285.6° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.5° | 285.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | -4.2° | 293.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.8°)
Azimuth at C4
293.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.21°
Terrain horizon
1.51°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.95°
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 Burriana
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pic d'Espadà | 1103 m | 24.9 km | 273° W |
| Picaio | 1016 m | 23.5 km | 272° W |
| Penya del Pastor | 991 m | 23.2 km | 272° W |
| Pic Batalla | 974 m | 21.5 km | 269° W |
| Alt del Pinar | 974 m | 23.3 km | 267° W |
| La Ereta | 959 m | 23.7 km | 268° W |
| Pico de la Bellota | 956 m | 22.2 km | 265° W |
| Puntal de l'Aljub | 944 m | 20.5 km | 265° W |
Weather in Burriana in August
Avg. temp.
26.2°C
Max / min
30.7° / 21.6°
Precipitation
20.2 mm
Storm risk
High
Station CASTELLÓ - ALMASSORA, 8 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
11%
Median cloud cover
20%
P75 — cloudier days
64%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Burriana
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 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 Burriana
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Burriana?
Yes — Burriana is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Burriana?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Burriana.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Burriana?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Burriana.
How long does totality last in Burriana?
Totality lasts 1 min 34 s in Burriana (C2 to C3).
Is Burriana a good place to watch the eclipse?
Burriana 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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