Linares
38.095°, -3.636° · 413 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 97% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 5.94° at peak.
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97%
Partial eclipse · 97% obscuration
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About Linares
Linares is a municipality in the province of Jaén, in Andalusia, situated at 413 metres above sea level. With nearly 57,400 inhabitants, it is the second most populous city in the province. It sits in the Jaén countryside, north of the Guadalimar River, in an area historically tied to lead mining and transport routes connecting the peninsular centre with the south.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Linares will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum will be reached at 20:35 local time, when the Sun is very low on the west-northwest horizon, at just 6.1° altitude. With a margin over the topographic horizon of 5.9°, the eclipse will be visible from the city provided there are no obstructions in that direction. The low solar altitude will require a clear observation point towards the west.
The weather in August
August is the warmest and driest month of the year in Linares. According to AEMET data for the 1991–2020 period, the average temperature is around 28.4 °C, with highs typically reaching 35.7 °C and lows around 21.1 °C. The month's average precipitation is only 5.4 mm and the risk of thunderstorms is low, which favours clear skies for observation.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Linares occurred on 12 May 1706, some 320 years ago, with a totality of approximately 1 minute and 55 seconds. Following the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one must wait until 13 July 2075 for an annular eclipse, and until 20 June 2327 for the next total eclipse.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:35 on 12 August 2026, the Sun will be positioned towards the west-northwest, at an azimuth of 284° and an altitude of just 6.1° above the horizon. This is a very low position, so it is advisable to choose a location without buildings, trees or slopes in that direction to ensure visibility.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Linares
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +16.7° | 276.0° |
| Maximum | 18:35 UTC | 20:35 | +6.1° | 284.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:27 UTC | 21:27 | -3.1° | 292.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (292.1°)
Azimuth at C4
292.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.11°
Terrain horizon
0.13°
Sun−terrain margin
+5.94°
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 Linares
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montalvas | 808 m | 19.6 km | 119° ESE |
| Cerro del Alcázar | 779 m | 18.7 km | 130° SE |
| Jarabancil | 727 m | 18.9 km | 45° NE |
| Cerro Palma | 701 m | 21.6 km | 123° ESE |
| Cerro Mortero | 637 m | 14.8 km | 44° NE |
| Cerro Picón | 594 m | 24.7 km | 118° ESE |
| Cerro de la Serrana | 592 m | 16.3 km | 42° NE |
| Cerro del Diablo | 592 m | 17.0 km | 71° ENE |
Weather in Linares in August
Avg. temp.
28.4°C
Max / min
35.7° / 21.1°
Precipitation
5.4 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station LINARES, 6 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
37%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Linares
- 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 Linares
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Linares?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 97% covered at maximum from Linares.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Linares?
Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Linares.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Linares?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Linares.
Is Linares a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Linares is an excellent choice (score 75/100): favorable geometry, clear horizon, and good August climatology.
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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