La Oliva
28.611°, -13.929° · 225 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 72% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 9.18° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 72% obscuration
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About La Oliva
La Oliva is a municipality in the north of Fuerteventura, an island in the province of Las Palmas, in the autonomous community of the Canary Islands. Founded around the year 1500, it is home today to nearly 26,000 inhabitants and sits at an average elevation of 225 meters. Its Atlantic location, with the arid climate characteristic of Fuerteventura, defines a landscape of open volcanic terrain and vast panoramic horizons. These characteristics make it a propitious setting for astronomical observation.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, La Oliva will experience a partial solar eclipse. The Canary Islands lie outside the path of totality, so there will be no complete darkening of the Sun. The maximum will occur at 19:53 local time, with the Sun at 8.9° altitude and a margin of 9° above the horizon, which guarantees unobstructed visibility in an open setting. Throughout the entire duration of the phenomenon, the use of certified eclipse glasses is essential.
The weather in August
According to AEMET data for the period 1991-2020, August in La Oliva registers an average precipitation of just 0.2 mm per month, and the risk of storms is rated as low. These figures reflect the arid character of Fuerteventura's summer climate, with few convective disturbances that could interfere with observation. Statistically, August is one of the months with the least meteorological activity of the year in this municipality, which is advantageous for the eclipse.
Past eclipses
La Oliva has not witnessed a total solar eclipse since October 27, 1780, 246 years ago, when totality lasted just 43 seconds. The last annular eclipse was even more remote: April 1, 1764, 262 years ago, with an annular phase of around four minutes. After the 2026 and 2028 eclipses, the next annular eclipse visible from here will not arrive until April 1, 2136, and the next total until May 6, 2236.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 19:53 local time, the Sun will be at 8.9° altitude with an azimuth of 282°, oriented toward the west-northwest. The position is low in the evening sky, but with 9° clearance above the horizon, any open place without obstructions in that direction will be sufficient for comfortable observation. It is advisable to choose a location with a clear view toward the west-northwest to take advantage of the moment of maximum.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in La Oliva
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:57 UTC | 18:57 | +20.8° | 276.0° |
| Maximum | 18:52 UTC | 19:52 | +8.9° | 282.1° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:43 UTC | 20:43 | -1.5° | 288.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.1°)
Azimuth at C4
288.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.45°
Terrain horizon
-0.31°
Sun−terrain margin
+9.18°
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 Oliva
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montaña de la Muda | 691 m | 5.2 km | 214° SW |
| Cerro del Aceitunal | 687 m | 7.6 km | 202° SSW |
| Morro de la Cruz | 678 m | 22.8 km | 214° SW |
| Morro de Velosa o del Convento | 676 m | 22.6 km | 212° SSW |
| Morro de la Fuente Vieja | 668 m | 23.2 km | 218° SW |
| Morro del Corralete | 656 m | 24.0 km | 218° SW |
| Morro de Tegetuno | 648 m | 23.1 km | 210° SSW |
| Morro del Cortijo | 637 m | 24.1 km | 208° SSW |
Weather in La Oliva in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
8%
P75 — cloudier days
19%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from La Oliva
- Last total eclipseOctober 27, 1780246 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next total eclipseMay 6, 2236
- Next annular eclipseApril 1, 2136
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in La Oliva
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from La Oliva?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 72% covered at maximum from La Oliva.
What time is the eclipse maximum in La Oliva?
Maximum occurs at 19:52 local time (18:52 UTC) in La Oliva.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from La Oliva?
Look WNW (azimuth 282°); the Sun will be 9° above the horizon at maximum from La Oliva.
Is La Oliva a good place to watch the eclipse?
La Oliva 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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