Granollers
41.608°, 2.288° · 154 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.5% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.36° at peak.
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99.5%
Partial eclipse · 99.5% obscuration
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About Granollers
Granollers is the capital of the Vallès Oriental region, in the province of Barcelona (Catalonia), 154 metres above sea level. With around 61,000 inhabitants, it is one of the most prominent urban centres in the metropolitan axis north of Barcelona. Its position in the flat pre-coastal plain, nestled between the Montseny massif and the Serralada Litoral mountain range, made it historically a hub for commerce and textile industry.
For this eclipse
The eclipse on 12 August 2026 will be partial from Granollers. At maximum, at 20:28 local time, the Sun will be just 4° above the western-northwestern horizon (azimuth 286°), with a margin of 2.1° above the terrain. This very low position demands a clear western horizon: any building, elevation or woodland in that direction could obstruct the view at the critical moment.
The weather in August
August in Granollers is warm and generally dry: temperatures range between 18 °C at night and 30 °C in the afternoon, with a monthly average around 24 °C. Monthly precipitation reaches around 45 mm, but the pre-coastal interior receives it mainly as short, intense convective storms. The risk of thunderstorms in August is high, so it is advisable to monitor weather alerts closely in the days before the eclipse. (Data: AEMET, 1991–2020.)
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Granollers occurred on 12 May 1706, 320 years ago, with totality lasting nearly four minutes. More recently, on 11 November 1901—125 years ago—an annular eclipse covered around 82% of the solar disc. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2027–2028, the next annular eclipse visible in this area will not arrive until 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum, at 20:28, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 286°, pointing nearly west-northwest, between west and northwest. Its altitude above the horizon will be just 4°, practically grazing the terrain line. This geometry means the phenomenon unfolds at horizon level during the final hour before sunset, requiring a completely clear western field of view.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Granollers
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.8° | 277.8° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +4.0° | 286.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:19 UTC | 21:19 | -4.5° | 295.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.0°)
Azimuth at C4
295.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.53°
Terrain horizon
1.62°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.36°
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 Granollers
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turó de l'Home | 1705.8 m | 22.4 km | 33° NNE |
| les Agudes | 1705.4 m | 24.0 km | 33° NNE |
| Matagalls | 1697.2 m | 23.7 km | 19° NNE |
| Puig Sacarbassa | 1681.8 m | 23.5 km | 33° NNE |
| Turó de l'Home Mort | 1678.4 m | 23.1 km | 32° NNE |
| Turó del Catiu d'Or | 1677.5 m | 22.6 km | 32° NNE |
| Puig Sesolles | 1667.3 m | 22.2 km | 34° NE |
| Turó de la Bandera | 1658.3 m | 23.1 km | 21° NNE |
Weather in Granollers in August
Avg. temp.
24.3°C
Max / min
30.3° / 18.1°
Precipitation
44.7 mm
Storm risk
High
Station CALDES DE MONTBUI, 10 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
3%
Median cloud cover
15%
P75 — cloudier days
26%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Granollers
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 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 Granollers
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Granollers?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.5% covered at maximum from Granollers.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Granollers?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Granollers.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Granollers?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Granollers.
Is Granollers a good place to watch the eclipse?
Granollers 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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