Huesca
42.136°, -0.409° · 476 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.9% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 5.87° at peak.
65/100Good
99.9%
Partial eclipse · 99.9% obscuration
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About Huesca
Huesca is the capital of its namesake province in north-central Aragón, with around 54,000 inhabitants. Located at 476 meters above sea level, it sits at the foot of the Pyrenean foothills, between the Isuela River and the last ridges of the aragonese Pyrenees. Its position in the natural corridor between the Hoya plains and the northern mountains gives it an open western horizon, which is important for observing the 2026 eclipse.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Huesca will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum will occur at 20:28, when the Sun will be just 6 degrees above the horizon. With a margin of 5.9 degrees relative to the topographic horizon, the eclipse will be visible from locations with a clear western horizon, though the Sun's low altitude requires finding an elevated position or one without obstructions to the west-northwest.
The weather in August
August in Huesca is characterized by a low risk of storms according to AEMET climatological data (1991–2020 period), which favors eclipse observation conditions. Summer in Huesca is generally dry and sunny, with the heat typical of inland Aragón moderated by the city's altitude. On eclipse day, it is still advisable to check the latest forecast, given that the visual horizon is narrow at that evening hour. (Data: AEMET)
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Huesca took place on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with a totality of 75 seconds. More recently, on November 11, 1901, the city witnessed an annular eclipse with 82.1% obscuration. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next total eclipse to cross these skies will not occur until November 17, 2180.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of eclipse maximum, at 20:28, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 285 degrees, that is, toward the west-northwest, very close to the horizon with a height of barely 6 degrees. This orientation means the observer will need to look toward the setting Sun nearly at ground level, so trees, buildings, or any elevation of the terrain in that direction can interfere with the view.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Huesca
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:33 UTC | 19:33 | +16.0° | 275.8° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +6.0° | 284.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -2.6° | 293.3° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.3°)
Azimuth at C4
293.3° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-2.56°
Terrain horizon
0.14°
Sun−terrain margin
+5.87°
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 Huesca
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tozal de Guara | 2078 m | 22.5 km | 41° NE |
| Tozal de Cubilars | 1938 m | 24.7 km | 51° NE |
| Punta Vallemona | 1873 m | 24.4 km | 48° NE |
| Pico Fraxinito | 1738 m | 19.8 km | 37° NE |
| La Gabardiella | 1696 m | 20.3 km | 23° NNE |
| Punta del Corcurezo | 1666 m | 21.4 km | 36° NE |
| Punta Sur | 1639 m | 19.1 km | 24° NNE |
| Pico de Luna | 1636 m | 18.7 km | 21° NNE |
Weather in Huesca in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
1%
Median cloud cover
64%
P75 — cloudier days
77%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Huesca
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseMarch 15, 2249
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Huesca
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Huesca?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.9% covered at maximum from Huesca.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Huesca?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Huesca.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Huesca?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Huesca.
Is Huesca a good place to watch the eclipse?
Huesca is a good option (score 65/100): 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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