Carcaixent
39.122°, -0.448° · 25 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.9% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.63° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99.9% obscuration
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About Carcaixent
Carcaixent is a municipality in the province of Valencia, in the Valencian Community, with approximately 21,700 inhabitants. Located in the Ribera Alta region, it sits just 25 meters above sea level in a fertile plain next to the Xúquer River. Historically linked to orange cultivation and sericulture, the city combines the characteristic agricultural environment of the Valencian Huerta with architectural heritage from the 18th and 19th centuries.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Carcaixent will witness a partial solar eclipse. At maximum obscuration, at 20:33, the Sun will be only 4.4 degrees above the horizon, with a margin of 3.7 degrees from the local topographic profile. The star will be positioned to the west-northwest, at an azimuth of 286 degrees. Although the Sun will be very low, the predicted geometry keeps it above the horizon, allowing the peak of the eclipse to be observed from the town.
The weather in August
In August, Carcaixent enjoys the characteristic conditions of the Valencian Mediterranean climate. The risk of storms this month is low, which favors stable skies during the summer days. The area, protected by inland relief and open to the coast, tends to maintain dry weather in August, although proximity to the sea can bring occasional episodes of dust haze or morning mists that dissipate throughout the day.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Carcaixent took place on May 12, 1706, over three centuries ago. With a totality phase of nearly four minutes, it was an event that has not been repeated in the area since then. More recently, on October 3, 2005, the city witnessed an annular eclipse with a coverage of 90.4% of the solar disk. The next annular eclipse visible from here after 2028 is expected on July 13, 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
During the peak of the eclipse, the Sun will be located in the west-northwest direction, at an azimuth of 286 degrees. At that time—20:33—the star will be close to the horizon, at a height of just 4.4 degrees. To observe the phenomenon without obstructions, it is best to find a location with a clear view toward the west, away from tall buildings or dense vegetation in that direction. The Sun's low position adds a unique element: the eclipse will unfold wrapped in the twilight light of the sunset.
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Eclipse schedule in Carcaixent
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +14.7° | 277.4° |
| Maximum | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.4° | 285.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -4.5° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.48°
Terrain horizon
0.80°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.63°
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 Carcaixent
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| el Mondúver | 843 m | 20.1 km | 129° SE |
| Penyalba | 770.3 m | 17.9 km | 130° SE |
| Aldaia | 751 m | 18.8 km | 136° SE |
| Puntal de la Font Nova | 750.6 m | 18.7 km | 129° SE |
| Alt de la Figuerota | 735 m | 18.7 km | 138° SE |
| Alt del Collado dels Caragols | 731 m | 19.5 km | 135° SE |
| Alt de la Lletrera | 718 m | 20.0 km | 138° SE |
| Alt del Sespar | 710 m | 19.4 km | 138° SE |
Weather in Carcaixent in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
6%
Median cloud cover
31%
P75 — cloudier days
60%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Carcaixent
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Carcaixent
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Carcaixent?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.9% covered at maximum from Carcaixent.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Carcaixent?
Maximum occurs at 20:33 local time (18:33 UTC) in Carcaixent.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Carcaixent?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Carcaixent.
Is Carcaixent a good place to watch the eclipse?
Carcaixent 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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