Llucmajor
39.491°, 2.891° · 150 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 2.38° at C3.
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You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Llucmajor
Llucmajor is a municipality in southern Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, with just over 36,000 inhabitants and an altitude of around 150 metres above sea level. Located in the central plain of the island, the city blends a traditional economy based on artisanal shoemaking with growing tourism activity linked to the nearby coast. Its municipal territory, one of the largest in the Balearics, spans coastlines, farmland and inland areas.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Llucmajor will lie within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. At maximum, expected at 20:31 local time, the Sun will be just 2.3 degrees above the horizon towards the west-northwest, with a margin of 2.4 degrees from the surrounding terrain. The very low position of the Sun demands choosing an observation point with a clear view to the west to avoid missing the moments of totality.
The weather in August
August is the warmest month of the year in Llucmajor, with an average temperature of 26.4 °C, highs regularly exceeding 32 °C and nighttime lows rarely dropping below 20 °C. Monthly precipitation is scarce, averaging 17 mm, though there is a moderate risk of afternoon thunderstorms worth considering when planning your observation. (Data: AEMET, period 1991–2020.)
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse to cross Llucmajor occurred on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality duration of around 190 seconds. Shortly before, on 11 November 1901, an annular eclipse covered the area for 376 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026–2028, the next annular eclipse will not arrive until 13 July 2075, and the following total not until 17 November 2180.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of totality, the Sun will be 2.3 degrees above the horizon and at an azimuth of 288 degrees, equivalent to a west-northwest direction. This position so close to the horizon means the Sun will be practically aligned with the sunset as the total phase begins, and any physical obstacle—buildings, trees or terrain elevations—to the west could compromise visibility of the event.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Llucmajor
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +12.3° | 279.2° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +2.6° | 287.3° |
| Maximum | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +2.5° | 287.4° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +2.3° | 287.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:22 UTC | 21:22 | -6.3° | 295.6° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.6°)
Azimuth at C4
295.6° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-6.30°
Terrain horizon
-0.07°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.38°
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 Llucmajor
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cura | 541 m | 5.1 km | 39° NE |
| Puig de Randa | 540 m | 5.0 km | 36° NE |
| Penyal des Sequers | 511 m | 25.0 km | 334° NNW |
| Puig de Son Reus | 489 m | 4.0 km | 34° NE |
| Puig de Galdent | 420.2 m | 4.1 km | 348° NNW |
| Penyal dels Bous | 403 m | 25.0 km | 348° NNW |
| Puig d'en Claret | 378 m | 3.6 km | 358° N |
| Puig de Bellveure | 376 m | 24.3 km | 345° NNW |
Weather in Llucmajor in August
Avg. temp.
26.4°C
Max / min
32.3° / 20.4°
Precipitation
17.2 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station LLUCMAJOR, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
2%
Median cloud cover
18%
P75 — cloudier days
31%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Llucmajor
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Llucmajor
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Llucmajor?
Yes — Llucmajor is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Llucmajor?
Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time (18:31 UTC) in Llucmajor.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Llucmajor?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 2° above the horizon at maximum from Llucmajor.
How long does totality last in Llucmajor?
Totality lasts 1 min 39 s in Llucmajor (C2 to C3).
Is Llucmajor a good place to watch the eclipse?
Llucmajor 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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