Mijas
36.596°, -4.637° · 418 m a.s.l.
Hidden by terrain
Partial eclipse · 94% obscuration
Local terrain rises 12.09° above the Sun at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 94% obscuration
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About Mijas
Mijas is a municipality in the province of Málaga, in Andalusia, located at 418 metres altitude in the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas. With over 80,000 inhabitants, it combines an urban core on the coast—Mijas Costa—with the white mountain village that gives the municipality its name. Its position at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula places it at one of the southernmost latitudes of continental Spain.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Mijas will experience a partial solar eclipse with maximum at 20:38 local time. Although the Sun will be at a geometric altitude of 6° at that moment, the local topographic horizon far exceeds that elevation—with a margin of −12.4°—meaning the Sun will have been hidden by the terrain before reaching maximum. To observe the eclipse, you must find a location with a clear western horizon, away from the mountain town centre.
The weather in August
In August, Mijas records average temperatures around 26°C, with highs that rarely exceed 29°C—more moderate than inland Andalusia thanks to the marine influence—and lows around 23°C. Average monthly precipitation is just 3.1 mm and the risk of storms is low. Summer in this Málaga region is dry and stable, providing favourable conditions for observation if you have a point with an open horizon. Source: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Mijas occurred on 22 December 1870, 156 years ago, lasting 2 minutes and 8 seconds of totality. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, the next annular eclipse is scheduled for 13 July 2075, with an obscuration of 87.2 % of the solar disc. The next total eclipse will not arrive until 20 June 2327.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, the Sun will be at a geometric altitude of 6° above the horizon, oriented west-southwest with an azimuth of 284°. This low-lying position means the Sierra de Mijas topography completely blocks the view of the Sun from the mountain town centre. To make the most of the event you will need to move to lower elevations, where the horizon is clear to the west.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Mijas
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:43 UTC | 19:43 | +16.8° | 276.3° |
| Maximum | 18:38 UTC | 20:38 | +6.0° | 284.1° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:30 UTC | 21:30 | -3.4° | 291.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.8°)
Azimuth at C4
291.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.39°
Terrain horizon
18.08°
Sun−terrain margin
-12.09°
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 Mijas
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picacho de Castillejos | 1231 m | 22.9 km | 270° W |
| Cruz de Juanar | 1178 m | 23.5 km | 262° W |
| Cerro de la Fulaneja | 1159 m | 24.5 km | 266° W |
| Pico Mijas | 1150 m | 2.8 km | 315° NW |
| Pico del Tajo Negro | 1085 m | 22.3 km | 261° W |
| Pico Mendoza | 1045 m | 1.9 km | 343° NNW |
| Castillejos | 1040 m | 15.4 km | 269° W |
| Peña Horadada | 1039 m | 23.6 km | 270° W |
Weather in Mijas in August
Avg. temp.
25.8°C
Max / min
28.9° / 22.6°
Precipitation
3.1 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station FUENGIROLA, 7 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
4%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Mijas
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 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 Mijas
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Mijas?
Geometrically yes (94% obscuration) but the local terrain blocks the Sun before the eclipse ends from Mijas.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Mijas?
Maximum occurs at 20:38 local time (18:38 UTC) in Mijas.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Mijas?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Mijas.
Is Mijas a good place to watch the eclipse?
Mijas is not the best choice: local terrain blocks the Sun before the eclipse ends. Consider a nearby viewpoint with a clear horizon.
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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