Miranda de Ebro
42.687°, -2.947° · 466 m a.s.l.
Visible
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.43° 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 Miranda de Ebro
Miranda de Ebro is a municipality in the province of Burgos, in Castile and León, situated at 466 meters elevation in the natural corridor connecting the plateau with the Basque Country. With some 39,000 inhabitants, it is one of the most important industrial and railway centers in the northern Castilian plateau. The Ebro River flows through it before heading toward Aragón, and its position at the crossroads of valleys and mountains shapes both its climate and its role as a hub for transit and services.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Miranda de Ebro lies within the path of totality: the eclipse will be total, with contact C3 (end of totality) as the reference moment at 20:28 local time. At that instant, the Sun will be 7.9° above the horizon, with a margin of 6.4° from the terrain, so totality will be perfectly visible provided the horizon toward the west-northwest is clear of obstacles.
The weather in August
August in Miranda de Ebro is characterized by low thunderstorm risk according to AEMET records (1991–2020), which favors clear skies during the eclipse afternoon. The city's location in the Ebro corridor partly shields it from Atlantic summer storms, and August days are typically sunny and dry. (Data: AEMET)
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Miranda de Ebro occurred on August 30, 1905, 121 years ago, with a duration of 2 minutes and 17 seconds. Before that, on April 1, 1764, an annular eclipse passed with 87% obscuration. After the 2026, 2027, and 2028 eclipses, the next annular eclipse will not occur until February 27, 2082, and the next total will not happen until November 17, 2180.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be toward the west-northwest with an azimuth of 283° and an elevation of 7.9° above the horizon. It is a low position but sufficient: the 6.4° margin from the terrain ensures the Sun remains above surrounding ground features. To observe without obstruction, seek a location with a clear horizon toward the west-northwest.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Miranda de Ebro
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:32 UTC | 19:32 | +18.1° | 273.8° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +8.1° | 282.8° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +8.0° | 282.9° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +7.9° | 283.0° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -0.7° | 291.6° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.6°)
Azimuth at C4
291.6° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-0.67°
Terrain horizon
1.43°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.43°
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 Miranda de Ebro
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| HumiónIn the Sun's direction | 1437 m | 20.9 km | 285° WNW |
| Talas del SomoIn the Sun's direction | 1409 m | 21.3 km | 285° WNW |
| Cueto | 1362 m | 20.5 km | 307° NW |
| Mojón Acuchillado | 1354 m | 22.8 km | 307° NW |
| Cantoña | 1353 m | 19.2 km | 272° W |
| La Verdina | 1352 m | 17.8 km | 270° W |
| Monte Cimero | 1348 m | 18.4 km | 271° W |
| YédramoIn the Sun's direction | 1347 m | 21.2 km | 283° WNW |
Weather in Miranda de Ebro in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
70%
P75 — cloudier days
100%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Miranda de Ebro
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Miranda de Ebro
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Miranda de Ebro?
Yes — Miranda de Ebro is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Miranda de Ebro?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Miranda de Ebro.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Miranda de Ebro?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 8° above the horizon at maximum from Miranda de Ebro.
How long does totality last in Miranda de Ebro?
Totality lasts 1 min 25 s in Miranda de Ebro (C2 to C3).
Is Miranda de Ebro a good place to watch the eclipse?
Miranda de Ebro 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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