Getafe
40.306°, -3.733° · 623 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 4.44° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
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About Getafe
Getafe is a municipality in the province of Madrid, located within the Community of Madrid, extending south of the capital at 623 meters above sea level. With nearly 187,500 inhabitants, it forms part of the Madrid metropolitan area and concentrates significant industrial and aeronautical activity. Its terrain is flat, typical of the Castilian plateau, which allows for clear horizons in practically all directions.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Getafe will experience a partial solar eclipse with the Sun clearly visible at the moment of maximum coverage, at 20:32 local time. The Moon will cover a significant fraction of the solar disk, though totality will not reach this latitude. With the Sun positioned at 7.3° above the topographic horizon and a margin of 4.4°, there are no foreseeable obstacles for observation from open areas of the city.
The weather in August
August in Getafe is dry and hot: the average temperature is around 26 °C, with highs typically exceeding 32 °C and lows around 19 °C. Precipitation is scarce, averaging just 7.8 mm per month, and the month accumulates more than 347 hours of sunshine. The probability of clear skies reaches 84%, though there is a moderate risk of afternoon thunderstorms typical of the plateau in summer. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Getafe occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, lasting two minutes. More recently, the annular eclipse of October 3, 2005 covered 90.3% of the solar disk for just over four minutes. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, one must wait until December 8, 2113 for the next significant annular eclipse over the city.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum coverage, at 20:32, the Sun will be positioned to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 283°. Its altitude above the horizon will be 7.3°, with a margin of 4.4° relative to the local topographic horizon. For observation, it is advisable to find a position with clear visibility toward the west, avoiding buildings or vegetation in that direction as the evening falls.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Getafe
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +17.7° | 274.7° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.3° | 283.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.7° | 291.6° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.6°)
Azimuth at C4
291.6° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.66°
Terrain horizon
2.86°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.44°
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 Getafe
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Almodóvar | 726 m | 14.5 km | 52° NE |
| Tambor | 724.3 m | 23.3 km | 358° N |
| Cerro de Buenavista | 703 m | 2.0 km | 268° W |
| Rivas | 698.8 m | 18.7 km | 70° ENE |
| Pingarrón | 695 m | 21.4 km | 121° ESE |
| Montaña de los gatos | 685 m | 13.6 km | 19° NNE |
| Cerro de la Cantueña | 684 m | 6.7 km | 193° SSW |
| Las Roturas del Culebro | 681 m | 3.6 km | 250° WSW |
Weather in Getafe in August
Avg. temp.
26°C
Max / min
32.9° / 19.1°
Precipitation
7.8 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station GETAFE, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
5%
P75 — cloudier days
55%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Getafe
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseDecember 8, 2113
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Getafe
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Getafe?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.8% covered at maximum from Getafe.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Getafe?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Getafe.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Getafe?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Getafe.
Is Getafe a good place to watch the eclipse?
Getafe 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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