Cadiz
36.527°, -6.289° · 22 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 7.28° at peak.
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93%
Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
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About Cadiz
Cádiz is the capital of its province in Andalusia and one of the oldest cities in western Europe, founded around 1100 BC. It sits on a narrow peninsula jutting into the Atlantic Ocean, barely 22 metres above sea level, with around 117,000 inhabitants. Its coastal position, open to the west and south, gives it an unobstructed ocean horizon across much of its perimeter.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Cádiz will experience a partial solar eclipse, reaching maximum at 20:38. At that moment the Sun will be 7.1° above the horizon, with a margin of 7.3° above the terrain, making the phenomenon clearly visible from open vantage points facing west. It is worth seeking an area without tall buildings in the west-northwest direction to ensure visibility at the critical moment.
The weather in August
August in Cádiz is warm but tempered by Atlantic influence: the average temperature is around 25 °C, with highs of about 28 °C and lows of 22 °C. Rainfall is virtually absent, averaging just 1.8 mm per month, and the risk of thunderstorms is low. Overall, August's meteorological conditions are favourable for eclipse observation. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Cádiz occurred on 22 December 1870, 156 years ago, with a totality lasting just over two minutes. Before that, on 1 April 1764, an annular eclipse left the annular phase visible for around three minutes. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next annular will not occur until 13 July 2075 and the following total until 17 July 2205.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 283° and an altitude of 7.1° above the geometric horizon. It is a low position but sufficient for a city as flat and open to the Atlantic. Choosing a raised vantage point or a level area without obstacles towards the west allows you to make the most of the available margin of 7.3° above the local horizon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Cadiz
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:43 UTC | 19:43 | +18.1° | 275.3° |
| Maximum | 18:38 UTC | 20:38 | +7.1° | 283.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:30 UTC | 21:30 | -2.3° | 290.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (290.9°)
Azimuth at C4
290.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-2.32°
Terrain horizon
-0.14°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.28°
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 Cadiz
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierrezuela 3 | 145.9 m | 22.7 km | 99° E |
| Cerro de la Espartosa | 137 m | 24.8 km | 112° ESE |
| Cerro de las Yeseras | 129 m | 21.5 km | 107° ESE |
| Sierra de San Cristóbal | 125 m | 17.1 km | 45° NE |
| Cerro de las Canteras | 110 m | 15.9 km | 39° NE |
| Cerro de la Caridad Alta | 96 m | 14.9 km | 36° NE |
| Cabeza de Aceña | 54 m | 21.9 km | 48° NE |
| Cerro de Ceuta | 53.1 m | 11.1 km | 86° E |
Weather in Cadiz in August
Avg. temp.
25.3°C
Max / min
28.2° / 22.3°
Precipitation
1.8 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station CÁDIZ, 4 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
3%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Cadiz
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next total eclipseJuly 17, 2205
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Cadiz
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Cadiz?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 93% covered at maximum from Cadiz.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Cadiz?
Maximum occurs at 20:38 local time (18:38 UTC) in Cadiz.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Cadiz?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Cadiz.
Is Cadiz a good place to watch the eclipse?
Cadiz is a good option (score 65/100): all eclipse phases are visible, though not the regional optimum.
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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