Medina del Campo
41.312°, -4.914° · 721 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 8.37° at C3.
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You'll see full totality. C3 — the end of totality — is visible above the horizon.
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About Medina del Campo
Medina del Campo is a locality in the province of Valladolid, in Castilla y León, with a population close to 21,500 inhabitants. Located at 721 meters above sea level on the southern plain of the Duero basin, its surroundings are dominated by extensive agricultural land and a broad, flat horizon. It lies approximately 45 kilometers south of the provincial capital, in the heart of the Castilian plateau, where outdoor visibility conditions are generally favorable.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Medina del Campo will be within the path of totality and will witness a total solar eclipse. The moment of maximum coverage will occur at 20:30 local time, with the Sun positioned just 8.5 degrees above the horizon. With an azimuth of 282 degrees, the celestial body will be oriented toward the west-northwest. The margin of 8.3 degrees relative to the topographic horizon is sufficient, although it is advisable to choose a location with a completely clear western horizon to ensure viewing of the totality phase.
The weather in August
August in Medina del Campo features warm and dry conditions, with average temperatures of 22.1 °C and highs reaching 30.5 °C. Nighttime lows drop to 13.6 °C, providing relatively cool nights. Average monthly precipitation does not exceed 10 mm and the risk of storms is low, according to AEMET records from the 1991-2020 period. Overall, August offers conditions that statistically favor clear-sky days. (Data: AEMET, station 2507Y.)
Past eclipses
The last annular eclipse visible from Medina del Campo occurred on October 3, 2005, more than twenty years ago. On that occasion, the Moon obscured approximately 90% of the solar disk, and the annular phase lasted about 230 seconds. Following the total eclipse of August 2026, the next opportunity to see an annular eclipse from this region will not arrive until February 27, 2082, more than half a century away.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be 8.5 degrees above the horizon and will have an azimuth of 282 degrees, oriented toward the west-northwest. This low position is characteristic of the late hours of a summer afternoon, when the star has already passed its highest point and is advancing toward sunset. To enjoy totality without interruption, the best course of action is to position yourself in a place where the western-northwestern horizon is free of obstacles such as buildings or trees.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Medina del Campo
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +19.0° | 273.3° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +8.7° | 282.1° |
| Maximum | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +8.6° | 282.2° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +8.5° | 282.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | -0.3° | 290.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (290.7°)
Azimuth at C4
290.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-0.30°
Terrain horizon
0.16°
Sun−terrain margin
+8.37°
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 Medina del Campo
No named peaks within 25 km (or not yet cached).
Weather in Medina del Campo in August
Avg. temp.
22.1°C
Max / min
30.5° / 13.6°
Precipitation
9.5 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station RUEDA, 13 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
4%
P75 — cloudier days
56%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Medina del Campo
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Medina del Campo
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Medina del Campo?
Yes — Medina del Campo is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Medina del Campo?
Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time (18:31 UTC) in Medina del Campo.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Medina del Campo?
Look WNW (azimuth 282°); the Sun will be 9° above the horizon at maximum from Medina del Campo.
How long does totality last in Medina del Campo?
Totality lasts 1 min 5 s in Medina del Campo (C2 to C3).
Is Medina del Campo a good place to watch the eclipse?
Medina del Campo 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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