Hernani
43.266°, -1.976° · 42 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.71° at peak.
55/100Marginal
99.7%
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Hernani
Hernani is a municipality in Gipuzkoa, in the Basque Country, located in the Urumea river valley just 9 kilometers south of Donostia-San Sebastián. With some 20,200 inhabitants and an altitude of 42 meters above sea level, it forms part of the urban area of the Gipuzkoan capital. The town received its charter in 1380 and preserves a compact historic center around its parish church, surrounded by a municipal area of marked mountainous relief.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Hernani will experience a partial solar eclipse. At maximum coverage, around 20:27 local time, the lunar disk will obscure a portion of the Sun, which at that hour will be just 7.6 degrees above the horizon. There is a margin of 5.4 degrees relative to the surrounding terrain, so the eclipse will be visible from points with a clear western horizon; the low altitude of the Sun nevertheless requires avoiding buildings, hills or trees in the west-northwest direction.
The weather in August
August is the warmest and sunniest month in Hernani, with average temperatures of 19.9 °C, highs of 22.9 °C and lows of 16.8 °C. The month averages 201 hours of sunshine and has a 49 % probability of clear skies, although average precipitation exceeds 109 mm, a true reflection of the Atlantic climate of the region. The risk of thunderstorms is high; summer afternoons may bring brief showers that reduce visibility in minutes. Data: AEMET (1991-2020).
Past eclipses
The last annular eclipse observed from Hernani took place on April 1, 1764, 262 years ago, with an obscuration of 86.9 % of the solar disk. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one will have to wait until February 27, 2082 for the phenomenon to repeat: that year will see another annular eclipse from this area, with an obscuration of 84.5 %.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum phase, the Sun will be in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 283 degrees, barely 13 degrees north of due west. At a height of 7.6 degrees above the horizon—roughly equivalent to the width of a closed fist at arm's length—the celestial body will be very close to the horizon line. An elevated location or any open space with clear visibility toward the west-northwest will significantly improve viewing conditions.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Hernani
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:31 UTC | 19:31 | +17.6° | 274.1° |
| Maximum | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +7.6° | 283.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:19 UTC | 21:19 | -0.9° | 292.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (292.1°)
Azimuth at C4
292.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-0.90°
Terrain horizon
3.92°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.71°
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 Hernani
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zuparrobi | 1165 m | 24.6 km | 154° SSE |
| Irakurri | 1142.4 m | 21.5 km | 149° SSE |
| Mendaur | 1130.6 m | 24.2 km | 121° ESE |
| Eguzkizko Muinoa | 1083 m | 20.0 km | 156° SSE |
| Kornieta | 1081 m | 23.7 km | 158° SSE |
| Hernio | 1078 m | 17.8 km | 233° SW |
| Hernio | 1077 m | 17.8 km | 233° SW |
| Mendieder | 1071 m | 23.3 km | 120° ESE |
Weather in Hernani in August
Avg. temp.
19.9°C
Max / min
22.9° / 16.8°
Precipitation
109 mm
Storm risk
High
Station DONOSTIA / SAN SEBASTIÁN, IGELDO, 7 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
79%
Median cloud cover
93%
P75 — cloudier days
100%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Hernani
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Hernani
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Hernani?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Hernani.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Hernani?
Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time (18:27 UTC) in Hernani.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Hernani?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 8° above the horizon at maximum from Hernani.
Is Hernani a good place to watch the eclipse?
Hernani is a good option (score 55/100): 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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