Caravaca
38.106°, -1.863° · 647 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
Marginal: only 0.14° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
60/100Good
98%
Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
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About Caravaca
Caravaca is a municipality in the Region of Murcia, located in the northwest of the province, at 647 meters above sea level. With some 26,400 inhabitants, it serves as the regional hub in this inland area and brings together the main services of northwestern Murcia. Its location on high ground and its distance from the Mediterranean coast give it a distinctive geographic character, set apart from the littoral and the river plains that dominate other parts of the region.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Caravaca will experience a partial solar eclipse with its maximum at 20:35 local time. At that moment the Sun will barely reach 4.8° above the horizon, with only 0.7° clearance above the terrain profile. It is a very low angle: any obstacle—hill, building, or trees—in the west-northwest direction can block the Sun's view at the critical moment. To observe the eclipse, it is advisable to seek an elevated point with a clear horizon in that direction.
The weather in August
Data from the AEMET station nearest to Caravaca (code 7119B, reference period 1991–2020) record a low thunderstorm risk for August. The remaining variables—temperature, precipitation, and sunshine hours—are not available for this observation point. The low storm risk index is, in any case, a positive indicator for observing the eclipse on 12 August. Data: AEMET.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Caravaca occurred on 12 May 1706, some 320 years ago, with a totality phase of approximately 3 minutes and 49 seconds. There is no record of a prior annular eclipse. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next annular event will arrive on 13 July 2075. The next total eclipse will not occur until 20 June 2327, placing the next totality more than three centuries away.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:35, the Sun will be at 4.8° above the horizon and will move toward the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 285°. At that hour the star will be very close to sunset, so observation requires a western horizon completely free of obstacles. Orienting toward the west-northwest from any elevated point in the town is the first step to ensure seeing the Sun before it disappears.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Caravaca
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +15.3° | 277.1° |
| Maximum | 18:35 UTC | 20:35 | +4.8° | 285.1° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:26 UTC | 21:26 | -4.2° | 293.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.1°)
Azimuth at C4
293.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.24°
Terrain horizon
4.71°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.14°
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 Caravaca
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puntal de las CuevasIn the Sun's direction | 1711 m | 25.0 km | 280° W |
| Puntal del MojónIn the Sun's direction | 1699 m | 24.5 km | 285° WNW |
| Cerro CaretoIn the Sun's direction | 1668 m | 23.6 km | 285° WNW |
| Piedra GarreIn the Sun's direction | 1653 m | 23.3 km | 282° WNW |
| Cerro del PelaoIn the Sun's direction | 1635 m | 23.9 km | 285° WNW |
| Puntal de la ViejaIn the Sun's direction | 1607 m | 21.7 km | 282° WNW |
| Peñas del Águila | 1600 m | 22.0 km | 244° WSW |
| Los Calares | 1551 m | 22.7 km | 276° W |
Weather in Caravaca in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
3%
Median cloud cover
18%
P75 — cloudier days
51%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Caravaca
- 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 Caravaca
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Caravaca?
Yes, but marginally: with 98% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Caravaca is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Caravaca?
Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Caravaca.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Caravaca?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Caravaca.
Is Caravaca a good place to watch the eclipse?
Caravaca is a good option (score 60/100): 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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