Córdoba
37.892°, -4.773° · 117 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 4.92° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 96% obscuration
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About Córdoba
Cordoba rises in southern Andalusia, 117 meters above the Guadalquivir valley. The historic city has a population of approximately 326,000 inhabitants and dominates an area of the region known for its high summer temperatures. Its central location in southern Andalusia gives it a singular geographic position for observing this celestial phenomenon.
For this eclipse
The partial eclipse of August 12, 2026 will reach maximum in Cordoba at 20:36 local time. The Sun will be in the west-northwest at an azimuth of 284 degrees, with an altitude of 6.8 degrees above the horizon. Although the angle is moderate, surveillance of the western horizon is recommended to ensure observation without interference.
The weather in August
August is a month of intense heat in Cordoba. Temperatures average 28.3 degrees Celsius, reaching highs of 37 degrees and lows of 19.6. Precipitation is exceptional, with only 6.7 millimeters recorded during the month. The probability of clear sky is very high, reaching 83 percent, and storm risk is low.
Past eclipses
Cordoba has not witnessed a total or annular eclipse in recent recorded history. The next total eclipse visible from the city will occur on June 20, 2327, in a distant future. Before that date, an annular eclipse will be visible on July 13, 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the instant of maximum, the Sun travels west-northwest from Cordoba, barely 6.8 degrees above the horizon. The path follows the typical course of sunsets at southern Spanish latitudes, gradually descending toward the west. This low altitude of the Sun requires that observation have a completely clear western horizon.
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Eclipse schedule in Córdoba
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:41 UTC | 19:41 | +17.5° | 275.4° |
| Maximum | 18:36 UTC | 20:36 | +6.8° | 283.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:28 UTC | 21:28 | -2.5° | 291.5° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.5°)
Azimuth at C4
291.5° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-2.49°
Terrain horizon
1.85°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.92°
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 Córdoba
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro de Pedro López | 708 m | 10.4 km | 331° NNW |
| Cerro los Puntales | 571 m | 17.8 km | 21° NNE |
| Clavellina | 448.3 m | 12.9 km | 46° NE |
| Peña Mocón | 427 m | 23.7 km | 31° NNE |
| Cerro de la Palma | 412 m | 24.3 km | 28° NNE |
| Cerro Capellanía | 403 m | 8.9 km | 39° NE |
| Cerro la Tabla | 391 m | 17.0 km | 30° NNE |
| Cerro del Buho | 327 m | 9.8 km | 42° NE |
Weather in Córdoba in August
Avg. temp.
28.3°C
Max / min
37° / 19.6°
Precipitation
6.7 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station CÓRDOBA AEROPUERTO, 8 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
7%
P75 — cloudier days
48%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Córdoba
- 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 Córdoba
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Córdoba?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 96% covered at maximum from Córdoba.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Córdoba?
Maximum occurs at 20:36 local time (18:36 UTC) in Córdoba.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Córdoba?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Córdoba.
Is Córdoba a good place to watch the eclipse?
Córdoba is a good option (score 70/100): 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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