Calvià
39.566°, 2.506° · 125 m a.s.l.
Visible
The Sun clears local terrain by 1.75° 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 Calvià
Calvià is a municipality in southwestern Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, with around 51,700 inhabitants and an average elevation of 125 meters above sea level. Its territory spans an extensive coastal strip that includes numerous coves, as well as a gently rolling hinterland. Administratively, it belongs to the comarca of the same name and is one of the island's most populated municipalities, marked by a stark contrast between bustling coastal tourist centers and the historic inland village.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Calvià lies within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. Maximum eclipse will occur at 20:31 local time, with the Sun at just 2.6° above the horizon and an azimuth of 287°. The margin between the Sun's height and the topographic horizon is 1.4°, which classifies visibility as marginal: totality will be perceptible, but any obstacle to the west-northwest—buildings, hills, or vegetation—may prevent complete observation.
The weather in August
August is Calvià's month with the lowest risk of thunderstorms of the year, according to AEMET historical records for the 1991–2020 period. Mallorcan summers are characterized by generally clear skies and scarce rainfall, conditions that favor outdoor observation of astronomical phenomena. The probability that a weather system will interfere with the eclipse is statistically low, though proximity to the sea can generate coastal haze toward evening, which is worth assessing in the days leading up to the event.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Calvià occurred on August 30, 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality duration of 3 minutes and 25 seconds. Before that, on November 11, 1901, an annular eclipse took place. After the 2028 eclipse, residents of Calvià will have to wait until July 13, 2075 to witness the next annular eclipse, and until November 17, 2180 for the next total eclipse.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, the Sun will be 2.6° above the horizon, a very shallow position equivalent to just over its own apparent diameter. Its direction will be west-northwest, with an azimuth of 287°, nearly aligned with the point where the sun sets in summer. To observe the phenomenon without obstructions, seek a location open to that direction, preferably on the coast or at a promontory free of tall vegetation.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Calvià
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +12.7° | 278.9° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +2.9° | 287.1° |
| Maximum | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +2.7° | 287.2° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +2.6° | 287.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:22 UTC | 21:22 | -6.0° | 295.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.4°)
Azimuth at C4
295.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-6.01°
Terrain horizon
0.84°
Sun−terrain margin
+1.75°
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 Calvià
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puig Teixot | 1065 m | 22.9 km | 36° NE |
| Puig des Teix | 1064.2 m | 22.7 km | 36° NE |
| Puig de Galatzó | 1026.6 m | 7.8 km | 348° NNW |
| Puig des Vent | 1005 m | 23.6 km | 35° NE |
| Puig de n'Angelè | 968 m | 21.9 km | 38° NE |
| Puig de sa Font | 966 m | 21.7 km | 38° NE |
| Es Caragolí | 944 m | 21.3 km | 31° NNE |
| Puig de Planícia | 940.7 m | 11.8 km | 8° N |
Weather in Calvià in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
3%
Median cloud cover
25%
P75 — cloudier days
61%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Calvià
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Calvià
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Calvià?
Yes — Calvià is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Calvià?
Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time (18:31 UTC) in Calvià.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Calvià?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 3° above the horizon at maximum from Calvià.
How long does totality last in Calvià?
Totality lasts 1 min 38 s in Calvià (C2 to C3).
Is Calvià a good place to watch the eclipse?
Calvià 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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