Lleida
41.617°, 0.622° · 155 m a.s.l.
Visible
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.04° at C3.
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100%
You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Lleida
Lleida is the capital of the province of the same name and the westernmost city in Catalonia, situated on the banks of the Segre River at an altitude of 155 metres. With nearly 141,000 inhabitants, it serves as a commercial, agricultural, and university hub for a vast territory stretching from the pre-Pyrenees to the plains of Segrià. Its inland position, far from the Mediterranean coast, gives it a markedly continental climate with hot, dry summers.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Lleida lies within the path of totality: the solar eclipse will be total, with maximum occurring at 20:29 local time. The good news is that visibility is confirmed; the caution is that the Sun will be barely 5° above the horizon towards the west-northwest (azimuth 286°), with only a 2° margin relative to the terrain. A clear horizon towards the west will be essential to avoid missing the moment of totality.
The weather in August
The available August data for Lleida do not allow for temperature or precipitation figures, but the risk of thunderstorms in that month is low according to local climatology. The interior of Lleida typically enjoys stable afternoons in summer, though the proximity of the pre-Pyrenees can occasionally generate isolated disturbances. It is advisable to consult the weather forecast in the days before the eclipse.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse over Lleida occurred on 8 July 1842, 184 years ago, lasting approximately 2 minutes of totality. Before that, on 11 November 1901, an annular eclipse covered 82% of the solar disc for approximately 5 and a half minutes. After the eclipses of 2026–2028, one must wait until 17 November 2180 to see another totality from this city.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be in the west-northwest quadrant of the sky, with an azimuth of 286° and a height of just 5° above the geometric horizon. At such a low elevation, any obstacle in the line of sight towards the west—buildings, trees, hills—can block the Sun. To enjoy the eclipse with certainty, it is advisable to choose an elevated location with a clear horizon towards the west.
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Eclipse schedule in Lleida
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +15.0° | 276.7° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +5.1° | 285.4° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +5.1° | 285.5° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +5.0° | 285.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -3.5° | 294.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.0°)
Azimuth at C4
294.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.52°
Terrain horizon
2.97°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.04°
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 Lleida
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| la Font Ribera | 508.2 m | 24.3 km | 15° NNE |
| Punta del Coll de Falenc | 496.9 m | 23.7 km | 159° SSE |
| Tossal Gros | 486.5 m | 22.8 km | 130° SE |
| la Trona | 477.5 m | 22.7 km | 140° SE |
| Tossal del Manco | 465.7 m | 22.1 km | 141° SE |
| la Talaia | 462.7 m | 21.7 km | 141° SE |
| Turó de la Bassa de la Torre | 456.2 m | 24.7 km | 127° SE |
| Tossal dels Corrals Nous | 450.3 m | 20.2 km | 138° SE |
Weather in Lleida in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
9%
Median cloud cover
32%
P75 — cloudier days
49%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Lleida
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseMarch 15, 2249
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Lleida
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Lleida?
Yes — Lleida is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Lleida?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Lleida.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Lleida?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Lleida.
How long does totality last in Lleida?
Totality lasts 0 min 33 s in Lleida (C2 to C3).
Is Lleida a good place to watch the eclipse?
Lleida will see totality (C2-C3) very close to the western horizon. The partial end (C4) falls below the horizon: you need a clear western view for an epic experience.
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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