Mejorada del Campo
40.393°, -3.482° · 580 m a.s.l.
Visible
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.64° 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 Mejorada del Campo
Mejorada del Campo is a municipality in the Community of Madrid located on the banks of the Jarama River, some 20 km east of the capital. With a population of just over 22,000 inhabitants and an altitude of 580 meters above sea level, it forms part of the Henares corridor. Its flat and relatively open landscape, characteristic of the Tagus depression, offers wide horizons to the east and west.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Mejorada del Campo will fall within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. The maximum will occur at 20:31 (local time), when the Sun will be just 7.1° above the horizon. At this height, the solar disk can be blocked by nearby obstacles: buildings, trees, or any artificial elevation. The margin available above the topographic horizon is 6.6°, so it is advisable to find an elevated spot with a completely clear western horizon.
The weather in August
According to historical data from AEMET for the period 1991–2020, August in Mejorada del Campo presents a low risk of storms. This feature is favorable for the eclipse, as it reduces the probability that cloud cover will interrupt the visibility of the event. August afternoons in the Community of Madrid are typically warm and dry, with instability episodes infrequent compared to other regions on the peninsula.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Mejorada del Campo occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, lasting 2 minutes and 2 seconds of total darkness. More recently, on October 3, 2005, the city experienced an annular eclipse of 247 seconds, with 90.3% of the solar disk obscured. Following the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, one must wait until December 2113 for another annular eclipse to cross this latitude.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 283°, that is, about 13° north of due west, toward the west-northwest. The altitude above the horizon will be only 7.1°, very close to the topographic limit. To enjoy the eclipse without obstruction, position yourself at an elevated point facing west-northwest, with no buildings or trees blocking that section of the sky. A clear horizon in that direction guarantees visibility of the solar disk during totality.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Mejorada del Campo
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +17.5° | 274.8° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.2° | 283.4° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.2° | 283.4° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.1° | 283.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.8° | 291.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.8°)
Azimuth at C4
291.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.76°
Terrain horizon
0.50°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.64°
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 Mejorada del Campo
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro de la Virgen | 837 m | 17.7 km | 53° NE |
| Ecce-Homo | 836 m | 16.8 km | 53° NE |
| Cerro del Castillo | 749 m | 20.2 km | 354° N |
| La Tortuga | 731 m | 16.7 km | 50° NE |
| Cerro Almodóvar | 726 m | 9.9 km | 266° W |
| Cerro del Tordo | 716 m | 14.9 km | 354° N |
| Cerro Pajero | 702 m | 22.1 km | 352° N |
| Rivas | 698.8 m | 4.9 km | 230° SW |
Weather in Mejorada del Campo in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
4%
P75 — cloudier days
66%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Mejorada del Campo
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseDecember 8, 2113
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Mejorada del Campo
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Mejorada del Campo?
Yes — Mejorada 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 Mejorada del Campo?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Mejorada del Campo.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Mejorada del Campo?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Mejorada del Campo.
How long does totality last in Mejorada del Campo?
Totality lasts 0 min 20 s in Mejorada del Campo (C2 to C3).
Is Mejorada del Campo a good place to watch the eclipse?
Mejorada 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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