Figueres
42.266°, 2.962° · 41 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 1.54° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Figueres
Figueres is the capital of Alt Empordà and the largest city in the province of Girona after the provincial capital. Located at 41 meters above sea level in the far northeast of Catalonia, just kilometers from the last foothills of the Pyrenees and the border with France, it is home to around 46,000 inhabitants. Its position on a plain between the Albera massif and the sea makes it a key transport hub between the Iberian Peninsula and Europe.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Figueres will witness a partial solar eclipse with the Sun grazing the topographic horizon at maximum, expected at 20:27 local time. The verdict is marginal: the Sun will be only 3.9° above the horizon, with just a 1.3° margin over the terrain horizon. Visibility depends entirely on a clear western sky; any building, tree, or elevation to the west could obscure the phenomenon.
The weather in August
Historical data from the nearest AEMET weather station to Figueres (1991–2020 period) shows low thunderstorm risk for August. In Alt Empordà, August is typically characterized by long, dry days with northerly winds—the Tramuntana—that can quickly sweep away cloud cover. Data: AEMET.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Figueres occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with totality lasting just under two minutes. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, no further total eclipse is forecast for this region. The next notable phenomenon will be an annular eclipse on November 5, 2059, with 86.6% obscuration and roughly four minutes of annular phase.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At eclipse maximum, 20:27 local time, the Sun will be 3.9° above the geometric horizon, in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 287°. A practical reference: looking toward the point where the Sun sets in August and turning slightly toward the north will give you the exact orientation. The low altitude demands a location with a completely clear western horizon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Figueres
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:33 UTC | 19:33 | +13.6° | 277.9° |
| Maximum | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +3.9° | 286.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:18 UTC | 21:18 | -4.5° | 295.3° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.3°)
Azimuth at C4
295.3° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.49°
Terrain horizon
2.37°
Sun−terrain margin
+1.54°
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 Figueres
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pic de les Salines | 1333 m | 24.7 km | 316° NW |
| Puig de les Pedrisses | 1330.6 m | 24.7 km | 316° NW |
| Roc de Sant Gabriel | 1266.1 m | 24.5 km | 316° NW |
| Puig Neulós | 1257 m | 24.0 km | 357° N |
| Puig de Pradets | 1175.5 m | 23.2 km | 6° N |
| Puig dels Quatre Termes | 1158 m | 23.2 km | 7° N |
| Pic dels Quatre Termes | 1157.5 m | 23.2 km | 7° N |
| Roc dels Tres Termes | 1128.7 m | 23.2 km | 354° N |
Weather in Figueres in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
2%
Median cloud cover
11%
P75 — cloudier days
45%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Figueres
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Next annular eclipseNovember 5, 2059
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Figueres
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Figueres?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Figueres.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Figueres?
Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time (18:27 UTC) in Figueres.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Figueres?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Figueres.
Is Figueres a good place to watch the eclipse?
Figueres 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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