Ferrol
43.485°, -8.233° · 24 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 8.41° at C3.
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About Ferrol
Ferrol is a coastal city in the province of A Coruña, in Galicia, with around 67,000 inhabitants and an average altitude of 24 metres above sea level. Located at the far northwest of the Iberian peninsula, it sits on the southern shore of the estuary that bears its name. Its historical character is tied to the Spanish Navy, which established one of its principal arsenals here in the 18th century. Today it is a medium-sized urban centre with a diversified economy.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Ferrol will experience a total solar eclipse. The moment of maximum totality occurs at 20:27 local time, with the Sun at 11.8° above the horizon — a comfortable height that provides a margin of 9.1° above the actual terrain profile. At that moment the Sun will be almost exactly due west (azimuth 279°), so it is best to face westward and ensure there are no obstacles in that direction.
The weather in August
Historical AEMET data (1991–2020) shows that August is the month with the lowest risk of storms of the year in Ferrol. The Galician Atlantic climate can surprise with low clouds at any time, but the probability of severe storm activity in high summer is low. Although the August sky on the Corunna coast does not guarantee Mediterranean clarity, clear nights and evenings are frequent during this month.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Ferrol took place on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality of approximately 2 minutes and 36 seconds. Before that event, the last annular eclipse recorded dates from 9 January 1777, 249 years ago. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, no total is forecast for Ferrol within the calculated horizon; the next significant annular eclipse will not arrive until 16 August 2175.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum totality, the Sun will be almost exactly due west, with an azimuth of 279° — barely 9° north of the due west cardinal point. Its height above the horizon will be 11.8°, sufficient to be well above the surrounding terrain and with a margin of 9.1° above the actual topographic horizon. To observe the eclipse with good visibility, simply face westward and have a clear line of sight in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Ferrol
| 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 | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +12.0° | 279.2° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +11.8° | 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
2.70°
Terrain horizon
3.43°
Sun−terrain margin
+8.41°
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 Ferrol
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pena da Aiga | 657 m | 23.7 km | 129° SE |
| Pena Cavada | 601 m | 22.5 km | 125° SE |
| Pena da Bandeira | 593 m | 23.3 km | 107° ESE |
| Pena Faladoira | 561 m | 23.0 km | 132° SE |
| Pena dos Monteiros | 560 m | 20.4 km | 98° E |
| Pico do Ar | 555 m | 22.1 km | 104° ESE |
| Pena do Teixo | 549 m | 19.8 km | 121° ESE |
| Penas do Pico | 539 m | 22.4 km | 105° ESE |
Weather in Ferrol in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
2%
Median cloud cover
12%
P75 — cloudier days
19%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Ferrol
- 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 Ferrol
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Ferrol?
Yes — Ferrol is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Ferrol?
Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time (18:27 UTC) in Ferrol.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Ferrol?
Look West (azimuth 279°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Ferrol.
How long does totality last in Ferrol?
Totality lasts 1 min 33 s in Ferrol (C2 to C3).
Is Ferrol a good place to watch the eclipse?
Ferrol will see totality (C2-C3) very close to the western horizon. The partial end (C4) falls below the horizon: you need a clear western view for an epic experience.
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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