Girona
41.983°, 2.825° · 81 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.69° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Girona
Girona is the capital of its eponymous province in Catalonia, with a population of just over one hundred thousand and an elevation of 81 metres above sea level. The city sits on the prelitoral plain where the Onyar and Ter rivers meet, at the foot of the Pyrenean foothills and a short distance from the Costa Brava. Its position between the mountainous interior and the coast gives it a Mediterranean character with continental influences.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Girona will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum will be reached at 20:27, when the Sun will be very low on the horizon: just 3.8° above the geometric horizon, with a margin of only 2.7° with respect to the local topographic horizon. To not miss the phenomenon, it is advisable to position yourself at a point with a completely clear western horizon, without buildings or trees in front.
The weather in August
August is a dry month in Girona, with a low risk of thunderstorms according to AEMET historical records. Although temperature and precipitation data from the reference station are unavailable, the low probability of convective showers is favourable for observation. Even so, it is wise to consult the local forecast in the days before, as the situation beneath the Pyrenees can generate afternoon clouds of evolving development.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Girona was on 8 July 1842, 184 years ago. That totality lasted just 78 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next notable shadow over the city will be an annular eclipse on 5 November 2059, with an obscuration of 86.6% and an annular period of about two minutes.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 287°, nearly at the exact point of the western horizon but slightly displaced toward the north. The height of 3.8° above the horizon places it very close to sunset, so any obstacle in that direction—a building, a hill or a row of trees—can completely obscure the phenomenon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Girona
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:33 UTC | 19:33 | +13.5° | 277.9° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +3.8° | 286.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:19 UTC | 21:19 | -4.6° | 295.3° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.3°)
Azimuth at C4
295.3° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.60°
Terrain horizon
1.15°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.69°
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 Girona
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puig sa Cadires | 1173.5 m | 24.9 km | 254° WSW |
| el Far | 1125.31 m | 24.2 km | 280° W |
| Puig de Sant Gregori | 1090 m | 21.1 km | 264° W |
| Pedra Jugadora | 1053.6 m | 21.5 km | 266° W |
| PuigsallançaIn the Sun's direction | 1027.3 m | 24.9 km | 306° NW |
| Puigsou | 988 m | 15.2 km | 311° NW |
| Castell de FinestresIn the Sun's direction | 981.15 m | 23.8 km | 308° NW |
| Roca de Cercenedes | 964.4 m | 24.2 km | 257° WSW |
Weather in Girona in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
1%
Median cloud cover
9%
P75 — cloudier days
17%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Girona
- 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 Girona
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Girona?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Girona.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Girona?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Girona.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Girona?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Girona.
Is Girona a good place to watch the eclipse?
Girona 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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