Crevillente
38.250°, -0.810° · 146 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
Marginal: only 0.00° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
60/100Good
99%
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Crevillente
Crevillente is a municipality in the province of Alicante, in the Valencian Community, with around 29,000 inhabitants. Located at 146 metres altitude, it sits inland in the Baix Vinalopó region, between the reliefs of the southeastern peninsula and the Mediterranean coast. Its economy has historically been tied to the footwear and carpet industries, sectors that have shaped the town's urban and social fabric.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026 Crevillente will fall outside the path of totality: the eclipse will be partial, with the Sun grazing the horizon at the moment of maximum, expected at 20:34 h. With a solar altitude of just 4.2° and an azimuth of 286°, observation depends entirely on the western horizon being completely clear of obstructions. The margin above the topographic horizon is virtually zero, so any elevation or building to the west could prevent a view.
The weather in August
In August, historical AEMET data (1991–2020 period) point to a low storm risk in Crevillente. This characteristic, typical of the semi-arid Mediterranean climate of southeastern Alicante, is favourable for eclipse observation: the low probability of sudden cloud cover interfering at the afternoon maximum allows you to plan the session with reasonable confidence. Summers in this peninsula region are dry and prolonged, with warm nights.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Crevillente occurred on 28 May 1900, lasting a mere 74 seconds: 126 years have passed since then. More recently, on 3 October 2005, an annular eclipse covered 90.4 % of the solar disc with a central duration of 49 seconds. The next annular eclipse after 2028 will not arrive until 13 July 2075; there is no predicted total eclipse before that date.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, 20:34 h on 12 August 2026, the Sun will be in a very low position above the western horizon: its altitude will be just 4.2° and the azimuth 286°, that is, almost due west with a slight tilt toward the northwest. To have an unobstructed view you will need to position yourself at an elevated spot or with the western horizon completely open, as any obstruction at that altitude will be decisive.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Crevillente
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +14.6° | 277.6° |
| Maximum | 18:34 UTC | 20:34 | +4.2° | 285.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:25 UTC | 21:25 | -4.8° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.82°
Terrain horizon
4.21°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.00°
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 Crevillente
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cid | 1104 m | 24.0 km | 19° NNE |
| Puntal GrosIn the Sun's direction | 1086 m | 16.7 km | 302° WNW |
| Penya del Salt de la Mort | 1055 m | 18.6 km | 312° NW |
| Penya de la MinaIn the Sun's direction | 1053 m | 14.3 km | 308° NW |
| Algarejo | 1043 m | 19.1 km | 314° NW |
| CantónIn the Sun's direction | 922 m | 16.8 km | 285° WNW |
| Safra | 852 m | 17.7 km | 340° NNW |
| Penya de la Safra | 843 m | 19.2 km | 339° NNW |
Weather in Crevillente in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
1%
Median cloud cover
5%
P75 — cloudier days
15%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Crevillente
- Last total eclipseMay 28, 1900126 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 Crevillente
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Crevillente?
Yes, but marginally: with 99% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Crevillente is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Crevillente?
Maximum occurs at 20:34 local time (18:34 UTC) in Crevillente.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Crevillente?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Crevillente.
Is Crevillente a good place to watch the eclipse?
Crevillente 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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