Mollet del Vallès
41.540°, 2.213° · 73 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.6% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.56° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99.6% obscuration
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About Mollet del Vallès
Mollet del Vallès is a municipality in the province of Barcelona, in the heart of the Vallès Oriental region, 73 meters above sea level. With a population of over 52,000, it is part of the Barcelona metropolitan area and lies between the Besòs and Tenes rivers. Its position on a sedimentary plain surrounded by pre-coastal mountain ranges shapes the visible horizon, a factor of real significance for astronomical observation from the city.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Mollet del Vallès will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum eclipse will occur at 20:28, when the Sun is barely 4° above the horizon. With a margin of only 2.6° relative to the surrounding terrain, the eclipse will be visible—but any obstacle to the west-northwest, whether buildings, trees, or hills, could block the view. It is advisable to seek an elevated vantage point with clear skies in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Mollet del Vallès records mean temperatures of 24.3°C, with highs reaching 30.3°C and lows around 18.1°C, according to AEMET data for the period 1991–2020. Average precipitation for the month is 44.7 mm, a relatively high amount for the Mediterranean summer, and the risk of storms is considerable. Observers should pay close attention to weather forecasts in the days before the eclipse.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Mollet del Vallès occurred on May 12, 1706, over three centuries ago, with a totality duration of 3 minutes and 57 seconds. In more recent times, on November 11, 1901, an annular eclipse covered 82.2% of the solar disk. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, one will have to wait until July 13, 2075 to witness the next significant annular eclipse from this latitude.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 286°, facing west-northwest, and just 4° above the horizon. This grazing position means the Sun will be nearly setting, casting very oblique light. To observe the phenomenon uninterrupted, position yourself where the horizon is completely clear toward the west-northwest, ideally on elevated ground or in an open space without buildings in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Mollet del Vallès
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.8° | 277.8° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +4.0° | 286.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:19 UTC | 21:19 | -4.5° | 295.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.0°)
Azimuth at C4
295.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.53°
Terrain horizon
1.44°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.56°
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 Mollet del Vallès
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| el Parany | 1151.9 m | 24.7 km | 20° NNE |
| Serrat de l'Ollar | 1120.1 m | 24.3 km | 20° NNE |
| Turó Monner | 1106.7 m | 23.8 km | 21° NNE |
| la MolaIn the Sun's direction | 1103.25 m | 19.7 km | 305° NW |
| el BalcóIn the Sun's direction | 1059.3 m | 19.5 km | 304° NW |
| Tagamanent | 1057.98 m | 24.0 km | 17° NNE |
| Montcau | 1056 m | 22.9 km | 311° NW |
| Turó de les Païsses | 1051.9 m | 24.5 km | 29° NNE |
Weather in Mollet del Vallès in August
Avg. temp.
24.3°C
Max / min
30.3° / 18.1°
Precipitation
44.7 mm
Storm risk
High
Station CALDES DE MONTBUI, 9 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
6%
Median cloud cover
13%
P75 — cloudier days
64%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Mollet del Vallès
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Mollet del Vallès
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Mollet del Vallès?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.6% covered at maximum from Mollet del Vallès.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Mollet del Vallès?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Mollet del Vallès.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Mollet del Vallès?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Mollet del Vallès.
Is Mollet del Vallès a good place to watch the eclipse?
Mollet del Vallès is a good option (score 70/100): all eclipse phases are visible, though not the regional optimum.
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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