Illescas
40.122°, -3.847° · 590 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.80° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Illescas
Illescas is a municipality in the province of Toledo, in Castilla-La Mancha, located about 30 kilometers south of Madrid. With just over 21,000 inhabitants and at 590 meters altitude, it occupies a strategic position on the Castilian plateau, in the corridor connecting the capital to the south of the peninsula. Its territory is marked by the landscape of cereal plains typical of the southern sub-plateau, with wide horizons and sparse vegetation.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Illescas will experience a partial solar eclipse. The Sun will reach its maximum darkening at 20:32, when the Moon will cover a significant portion of the solar disk. At that moment, the celestial body will be just 7.3 degrees above the horizon, in the west-northwest direction (azimuth 283°). Its low position means that any obstacle to the west—buildings, trees, or small terrain elevations—could block the view. It is recommended to find a point with a clear horizon in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Illescas follows the continental pattern of the Castilian plateau: long days with plenty of sunshine and cooler nights. According to AEMET records for the period 1991–2020, the average monthly temperature hovers around 26°C, with highs typically exceeding 32°C and lows around 19°C. The probability of clear skies is high, around 84%, and the municipality accumulates more than 347 hours of sunshine in August. Rainfall is scarce—about 8 mm on average—though there is a moderate risk of summer storms.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Illescas occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with just over two minutes of totality. Already in the 21st century, the annular eclipse of October 3, 2005 covered 90.3% of the Sun during almost four minutes of annular phase. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next visit of an annular eclipse to these skies will not arrive until December 8, 2113.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At 20:32 on August 12, the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be just 7.3 degrees above the horizon, with an azimuth of 283 degrees: the west-northwest direction, almost due west with a slight tilt toward the north. At that height, the Sun will be visible from open countryside or from terraces with clear views toward the west, but will remain hidden behind buildings or trees in that quadrant.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Illescas
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +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
-1.70°
Terrain horizon
0.48°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.80°
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 Illescas
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro de Buenavista | 703 m | 21.7 km | 21° NNE |
| Cerro de la Cantueña | 684 m | 16.2 km | 31° NNE |
| Las Roturas del Culebro | 681 m | 20.2 km | 18° NNE |
| Cerro de los Ángeles | 670 m | 24.9 km | 34° NNE |
| Monte de Magán | 667 m | 15.4 km | 198° SSW |
| Cerro de Matabueyes | 663 m | 20.2 km | 16° NNE |
| Legaña | 605 m | 18.9 km | 87° E |
| Cerro de la Peñuela | 591 m | 19.8 km | 84° E |
Weather in Illescas in August
Avg. temp.
26°C
Max / min
32.9° / 19.1°
Precipitation
7.8 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station GETAFE, 22 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
4%
P75 — cloudier days
48%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Illescas
- 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 Illescas
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Illescas?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Illescas.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Illescas?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Illescas.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Illescas?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Illescas.
Is Illescas a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Illescas is an excellent choice (score 75/100): favorable geometry, clear horizon, and good August climatology.
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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