Las Torres de Cotillas
38.028°, -1.242° · 87 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.41° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
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About Las Torres de Cotillas
Las Torres de Cotillas is a municipality in the Region of Murcia located in the Middle Vega of the Segura, just a few kilometers from the regional capital. With an altitude of 87 meters above sea level and over 21,000 inhabitants, the municipality is part of a dynamic metropolitan area that combines industrial fabric with traditional irrigated farmland. Its geographic position, in the corridor connecting Murcia to Molina de Segura, gives it good accessibility from various points in the region.
For this eclipse
The eclipse on August 12, 2026 will affect Las Torres de Cotillas as a partial eclipse, reaching its maximum at 20:35 local time. At that moment, the Sun will be just 4.4 degrees above the horizon and in an almost due west direction (286°), meaning that any obstruction in that direction—buildings, trees, or terrain elevations—could hide it. With a horizon margin of 3.4 degrees, visibility is guaranteed from open spaces with a clear horizon toward the west.
The weather in August
August is the warmest and sunniest month in Las Torres de Cotillas. Average temperatures hover around 28 °C, with highs typically exceeding 34 °C and lows around 22 °C during the night. The municipality receives more than 325 hours of sunshine per month according to AEMET data (1991–2020) and the probability of clear skies reaches 78%. Precipitation is scarce—barely 12 mm on average—though there is a moderate risk of afternoon thunderstorms typical of the Murcian summer.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Las Torres de Cotillas occurred on May 12, 1706, more than three centuries ago, with a totality that lasted slightly over three and a half minutes. Since then, the municipality has not been situated under the path of totality. Following the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next notable annular eclipse from this area will not occur until July 13, 2075, and one must wait until 2327 for another total eclipse.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse phase, the Sun will be in a west-northwest direction, at 286° azimuth, with an altitude of barely 4.4 degrees above the horizon. This is a very low position, equivalent to about 30 minutes before sunset. To observe it, it is advisable to position yourself in a place with a clear horizon toward the west-northwest: a rooftop, an open esplanade, or an elevated area nearby. Any obstruction higher than four degrees of angular height in that direction could interrupt the observation.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Las Torres de Cotillas
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +14.8° | 277.5° |
| Maximum | 18:35 UTC | 20:35 | +4.4° | 285.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:26 UTC | 21:26 | -4.7° | 293.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.4°)
Azimuth at C4
293.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.69°
Terrain horizon
0.98°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.41°
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 Las Torres de Cotillas
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlmecesIn the Sun's direction | 1123.85 m | 19.6 km | 308° NW |
| Sierra de Carrascoy | 1065 m | 20.6 km | 187° S |
| Los Filos | 1064 m | 21.8 km | 188° S |
| Cabezo de los MachosIn the Sun's direction | 1059 m | 20.2 km | 305° NW |
| Alto de las Manojeras | 1058 m | 24.7 km | 359° N |
| Caramucel | 1025 m | 24.9 km | 358° N |
| Cabezo del Reloj | 1001 m | 22.0 km | 189° S |
| Cabezo del Barranco Blanco | 962 m | 22.7 km | 194° SSW |
Weather in Las Torres de Cotillas in August
Avg. temp.
28.1°C
Max / min
34.5° / 21.8°
Precipitation
11.9 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station MURCIA, 7 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
1%
Median cloud cover
5%
P75 — cloudier days
14%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Las Torres de Cotillas
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 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 Las Torres de Cotillas
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Las Torres de Cotillas?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 98% covered at maximum from Las Torres de Cotillas.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Las Torres de Cotillas?
Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Las Torres de Cotillas.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Las Torres de Cotillas?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Las Torres de Cotillas.
Is Las Torres de Cotillas a good place to watch the eclipse?
Las Torres de Cotillas 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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