Cambre
43.294°, -8.347° · 49 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 10.05° at C3.
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About Cambre
Cambre is a municipality in the province of A Coruña that is part of the metropolitan area of the provincial capital. Located at barely 49 metres altitude, it occupies the banks of the Mero river before it flows into the Cecebre reservoir. With a population of around 23,000 inhabitants, it combines the semi-urban character of its parishes closest to A Coruña with inland areas typical of Atlantic Galicia, marked by smallholdings and lush vegetation.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Cambre lies within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time, the moment when the Moon will completely cover the solar disc. At that instant the Sun will be at 11.9 degrees above the horizon—a modest height but sufficient to enjoy the phenomenon without obstruction from most open locations. The margin above the topographic horizon exceeds 9 degrees, ensuring comfortable viewing.
The weather in August
August is statistically the sunniest month of the year in Cambre: AEMET data from 1991–2020 record almost 239 hours of sunshine and a probability of clear skies around 58%. Temperatures are mild, with an average of 19 °C, typical highs of 24 °C and cool lows of 15 °C. Average monthly precipitation is limited to about 38 mm, and the risk of thunderstorms is low, making this month the most favourable window of the year for astronomical observation on this Galician coastal strip.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Cambre took place on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago; the totality phase lasted approximately 50 seconds. Previously, on 9 January 1777, an annular eclipse occurred with an obscuration of 95% and an annular phase lasting 88 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one must wait until 16 August 2175 for an annular eclipse to be observable again from these coordinates.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:27, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 279 degrees, practically due west with a slight deviation toward the northwest. Its height above the horizon will be 11.9 degrees—roughly the width of a closed fist held at arm's length. To optimize observation, seek a location with a clear western horizon: no buildings or trees in the western direction, ideally an open area facing west or west-northwest.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Cambre
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:30 UTC | 19:30 | +22.3° | 269.6° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +12.1° | 279.1° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +12.0° | 279.2° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +11.9° | 279.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:21 UTC | 21:21 | +2.7° | 288.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.1°)
Azimuth at C4
288.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.66°
Terrain horizon
1.80°
Sun−terrain margin
+10.05°
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 Cambre
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedeira | 595 m | 20.0 km | 226° SW |
| Os Teixos | 571 m | 19.0 km | 228° SW |
| Pedra Cedeira | 564 m | 19.7 km | 228° SW |
| O Pedregal | 562 m | 19.5 km | 227° SW |
| Coto Vello | 561 m | 18.2 km | 232° SW |
| O Petón | 558 m | 23.8 km | 119° ESE |
| Avea | 556 m | 23.3 km | 119° ESE |
| As Cerdeiras | 555 m | 20.2 km | 225° SW |
Weather in Cambre in August
Avg. temp.
19.3°C
Max / min
23.9° / 14.8°
Precipitation
37.9 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station A CORUÑA AEROPUERTO, 2 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
22%
Median cloud cover
46%
P75 — cloudier days
88%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Cambre
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseJanuary 9, 1777249 years ago
- Next annular eclipseAugust 16, 2175
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Cambre
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Cambre?
Yes — Cambre is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Cambre?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Cambre.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Cambre?
Look West (azimuth 279°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Cambre.
How long does totality last in Cambre?
Totality lasts 1 min 18 s in Cambre (C2 to C3).
Is Cambre a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Cambre is an excellent choice (score 90/100): 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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