L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
41.360°, 2.100° · 18 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.22° at peak.
70/100Good
99.8%
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
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About L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat is the second most populated city in Catalonia and the fourth in Spain, with over 257,000 inhabitants. Located in Barcelona province and nearly at sea level, at just 18 metres altitude, it is part of the Barcelona metropolitan area. Its proximity to the Catalan coast gives it geographic and climatic characteristics typical of the region.
For this eclipse
The partial solar eclipse of August 12, 2026 will be visible from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat around 20:29 local time. The Sun will be at a very low height, just 4 degrees above the horizon, with a narrow safety margin of only 2.2 degrees from the horizon line. This extremely low position requires a completely clear view towards the west, with no buildings or trees blocking the sight.
The weather in August
Climatology data available for this area is limited. August thunderstorm risk is low, which favours conditions for observing the eclipse. However, proximity to the sea can introduce local cloud changes, so it is prudent to check the weather forecast in the days before.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from this location occurred on 12 May 1706, 320 years ago. It lasted 235 seconds of totality. There is no recorded total eclipse for L'Hospitalet de Llobregat until 2075, when an annular eclipse will occur on 13 July of that year.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum, the Sun will be oriented towards the west, at an azimuth of 286 degrees. The low height of the Sun demands a completely unobstructed observation line in this direction. Any building or natural feature in that direction will prevent eclipse observation, which is why finding a suitable location is critical.
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Eclipse schedule in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:35 UTC | 19:35 | +13.8° | 277.8° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +4.0° | 286.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -4.6° | 294.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.9°)
Azimuth at C4
294.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.58°
Terrain horizon
1.75°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.22°
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 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montau | 658 m | 18.0 km | 265° W |
| Puig d'AgullesIn the Sun's direction | 652.9 m | 18.8 km | 287° WNW |
| el MontcauIn the Sun's direction | 645.8 m | 20.4 km | 286° WNW |
| Roc de ForellacIn the Sun's direction | 628.9 m | 19.2 km | 288° WNW |
| Puig Saiada | 621 m | 17.1 km | 267° W |
| Puig de l'Osca | 614.9 m | 17.8 km | 278° W |
| Puig Bernat | 612 m | 18.3 km | 275° W |
| Pujol de MigjornIn the Sun's direction | 600.6 m | 19.1 km | 292° WNW |
Weather in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
6%
Median cloud cover
14%
P75 — cloudier days
36%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
- 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 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.8% covered at maximum from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat.
What time is the eclipse maximum in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from L'Hospitalet de Llobregat.
Is L'Hospitalet de Llobregat a good place to watch the eclipse?
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat 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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