Cabra
37.472°, -4.442° · 458 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.37° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration
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About Cabra
Cabra is a municipality in the province of Córdoba, in the heart of the Subbética region of Andalusia. It sits at 458 meters above sea level, on the foothills of the sierra that gives its name to the region. With just over 21,000 inhabitants, it is part of a network of mid-sized towns in southern Córdoba, surrounded by olive groves and gentle limestone hills that characterize the Subbetic landscape.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Cabra will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum eclipse will occur at 20:36 local time, with the Sun just 6.3 degrees above the horizon, oriented toward the west-northwest (azimuth 284°). The visibility margin of 6.5 degrees above the horizon indicates that the Sun should be accessible, though its low altitude requires choosing an observation point with clear sightlines toward the west.
The weather in August
August in Cabra is the driest month of the year in the region. Average temperatures hover around 26.6 °C, with highs typically reaching 33 °C and lows around 20 °C in the early morning hours. Average monthly precipitation is scarce, barely 4.5 mm, and the risk of thunderstorms is low according to AEMET's historical data for the period 1991–2020. A favorable outlook for observation as evening falls.
Past eclipses
The last time a total solar eclipse was visible from Cabra was on May 12, 1706, more than three centuries ago. That phenomenon had a brief totality of just 89 seconds. After the partial eclipse of 2026 and those that will follow, the next annular eclipse over the area will not arrive until July 13, 2075, and one must wait until the year 2327 for a total eclipse to cross this location again.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be positioned toward the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 284 degrees and an altitude of just 6.3 degrees above the horizon line. It is a very low position, characteristic of the final hours of afternoon on an August day. To observe the eclipse correctly, it is advisable to find an elevated location with clear views toward the west, away from buildings, trees, or terrain features that might block the solar disc at that low angle.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Cabra
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:41 UTC | 19:41 | +17.0° | 275.9° |
| Maximum | 18:37 UTC | 20:37 | +6.3° | 283.9° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:28 UTC | 21:28 | -3.0° | 291.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.7°)
Azimuth at C4
291.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-2.97°
Terrain horizon
-0.06°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.37°
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 Cabra
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tiñosa | 1567.6 m | 20.2 km | 119° ESE |
| El Morrión | 1488 m | 19.8 km | 120° ESE |
| Pico Bermejo | 1474 m | 17.1 km | 124° SE |
| Cresta de Alhucemas | 1431 m | 18.1 km | 125° SE |
| Cerro de la Cruz | 1380 m | 20.1 km | 122° ESE |
| Lobatejo | 1377 m | 11.0 km | 79° E |
| Sierra Alta | 1325 m | 17.4 km | 147° SSE |
| Peña de Miguel Pérez | 1262 m | 10.2 km | 70° ENE |
Weather in Cabra in August
Avg. temp.
26.6°C
Max / min
33° / 20.1°
Precipitation
4.5 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station DOÑA MENCÍA, 12 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
1%
P75 — cloudier days
6%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Cabra
- 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 Cabra
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Cabra?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 96% covered at maximum from Cabra.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Cabra?
Maximum occurs at 20:37 local time (18:37 UTC) in Cabra.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Cabra?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Cabra.
Is Cabra a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Cabra 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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