La Línea de la Concepción
36.168°, -5.348° · 4 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 5.80° at peak.
65/100Good
93%
Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
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About La Línea de la Concepción
La Línea de la Concepción is a municipality in the province of Cádiz, in Andalusia, with a population of around 64,600. Situated just 4 metres above sea level at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, it borders the territory of Gibraltar and overlooks the Strait that bears its name. Its frontier position gives it a distinctive character: a city of passage and exchange, founded in 1870, that gazes simultaneously at both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, La Línea de la Concepción will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum occurs at 20:38 local time, with the Sun already near the western horizon but still at 6.3° above it, with a margin of 5.8° above the surrounding terrain—sufficient to observe the phenomenon comfortably from a clear vantage point to the west. Approved solar filters will be necessary throughout the observation.
The weather in August
August in La Línea de la Concepción is characterised by the combined influence of the Mediterranean and the Strait, which moderates temperatures compared to inland Andalusia. AEMET data from 1991–2020 shows a low risk of storms during this season, which favours clear skies in the afternoon. The levante wind, frequent in summer, can bring marine haze, so it is advisable to monitor atmospheric conditions on the day of the eclipse.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from La Línea de la Concepción occurred on 22 December 1870, 156 years ago, with a duration of two minutes. Curiously, that year coincides with the founding of the municipality itself, so the eclipse and the city are virtually the same age. The next total eclipse will arrive on 12 September 2053; the following annular eclipse on 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, the Sun will be in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 284°, at 6.3° above the horizon. An unobstructed view toward that direction—the sea or the Strait of Gibraltar—will offer the best conditions for observation. The Sun's low altitude means that any building or elevated feature in that sector could block the view; it is best to choose an open-air location with a clear horizon toward the west.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in La Línea de la Concepción
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:43 UTC | 19:43 | +17.2° | 276.1° |
| Maximum | 18:39 UTC | 20:39 | +6.3° | 283.9° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:30 UTC | 21:30 | -3.2° | 291.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.4°)
Azimuth at C4
291.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.18°
Terrain horizon
0.47°
Sun−terrain margin
+5.80°
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 La Línea de la Concepción
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock of Gibraltar | 426 m | 4.4 km | 176° S |
| Rock of Gibraltar | 417 m | 4.7 km | 175° S |
| Signal Hill | 387 m | 3.8 km | 177° S |
Weather in La Línea de la Concepción in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
14%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from La Línea de la Concepción
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- Next total eclipseSeptember 12, 2053
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in La Línea de la Concepción
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from La Línea de la Concepción?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 93% covered at maximum from La Línea de la Concepción.
What time is the eclipse maximum in La Línea de la Concepción?
Maximum occurs at 20:39 local time (18:39 UTC) in La Línea de la Concepción.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from La Línea de la Concepción?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from La Línea de la Concepción.
Is La Línea de la Concepción a good place to watch the eclipse?
La Línea de la Concepción 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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