La Rinconada
37.486°, -5.981° · 10 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 7.23° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
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About La Rinconada
La Rinconada is a municipality in the north of Seville's metropolitan area, in Andalusia, with approximately 36,000 inhabitants. Situated at just 10 meters above sea level in the plain of the Guadalquivir, it forms part of the urban crown surrounding the Andalusian capital. Its position in the lower valley grants it broad horizons toward the west and north, making it an accessible point for observing astronomical phenomena without major orographic obstacles.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, La Rinconada will witness a partial solar eclipse that reaches its maximum at 20:37, local time. At that moment the Sun will be just 7.4° above the horizon, with a margin over the terrain of 7.2°, so visibility will depend on having a clear line of horizon toward the west-northwest. It is recommended to position yourself at an elevated point or free of obstacles in that direction so as not to miss the climactic moment of the phenomenon.
The weather in August
August in La Rinconada is one of the driest and sunniest months of the year. According to AEMET data for the 1991–2020 period, the average temperature is around 28.6 °C, with highs reaching 36.2 °C and lows around 20.9 °C. The average rainfall for the month is barely 2.5 mm, the risk of storms is low, and the probability of clear skies stands at 84 %, conditions that favor astronomical observation.
Past eclipses
The last annular eclipse visible from La Rinconada occurred on 1 April 1764, more than 262 years ago, with an obscuration of 86.9 % and an annular phase of about 272 seconds. Since then, no total eclipse has occurred over this territory. The next annular eclipse after 2028 is predicted for 13 July 2075, while one must wait until 20 June 2327 for the shadow of totality to cross these lands once again.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:37 on 12 August 2026, the Sun will be at 7.4° of altitude above the horizon and at an azimuth of 283°, equivalent to a nearly west-northwest direction. The star will already be in its evening descent, close to sunset, so observation will require a clear horizon in that orientation and the use of certified solar filters throughout the entire event.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in La Rinconada
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:41 UTC | 19:41 | +18.3° | 275.0° |
| Maximum | 18:37 UTC | 20:37 | +7.4° | 283.1° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:29 UTC | 21:29 | -1.9° | 290.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (290.9°)
Azimuth at C4
290.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.94°
Terrain horizon
0.19°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.23°
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 Rinconada
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro del Moro | 370 m | 15.9 km | 0° N |
| Cerro de los Buitres | 343 m | 22.7 km | 323° NW |
| Cerro Malo | 340 m | 19.4 km | 352° N |
| Cerro de la Picota | 299 m | 19.1 km | 331° NNW |
| Cerro de Canillas | 299 m | 23.7 km | 334° NNW |
| Cerro del Caballo | 288 m | 17.5 km | 14° NNE |
| Cerro Porquerón | 272 m | 23.4 km | 26° NNE |
| Cerro de las Ermitas | 263 m | 17.6 km | 18° NNE |
Weather in La Rinconada in August
Avg. temp.
28.6°C
Max / min
36.2° / 20.9°
Precipitation
2.5 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station SEVILLA AEROPUERTO, 12 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
7%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from La Rinconada
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next total eclipseJune 20, 2327
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in La Rinconada
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from La Rinconada?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 95% covered at maximum from La Rinconada.
What time is the eclipse maximum in La Rinconada?
Maximum occurs at 20:37 local time (18:37 UTC) in La Rinconada.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from La Rinconada?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from La Rinconada.
Is La Rinconada a good place to watch the eclipse?
La Rinconada 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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