Móstoles
40.322°, -3.865° · 667 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 7.52° at peak.
75/100Very good
99.8%
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
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About Móstoles
Móstoles is a town in the Community of Madrid with over 207,000 inhabitants. Located at 667 metres elevation in southwestern Madrid, this city is part of the Madrid metropolitan area and has undergone notable urban growth in recent decades. Its proximity to the capital makes it an accessible reference point for observing the partial eclipse of August 2026.
For this eclipse
In Móstoles, the partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 will reach its maximum at 20:32 local time. The Sun will be 7.4 degrees above the horizon, in the west-northwest direction. Although this elevation is slightly higher than in nearby cities, it remains necessary to have a clear horizon in that direction for proper observation of the solar event.
The weather in August
August in Móstoles shows climatic features typical of the Central Plateau. The average temperature sits around 25.7 degrees Celsius, with highs near 32.8 degrees and lows around 18.6 degrees. The probability of clear skies is high, near 83 per cent, giving favourable conditions for eclipse observation, although there is a moderate risk of storms.
Past eclipses
Móstoles experienced a total eclipse 184 years ago, on 8 July 1842, when the Moon's disc completely covered the Sun over this area. More recently, an annular eclipse was visible just 21 years ago, on 3 October 2005. Following the partial eclipse of 2026, the next chance to see an annular eclipse from this territory will be on 8 December 2113.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
The Sun will follow a direction towards the west-northwest during the eclipse maximum, positioning itself at azimuth 283 degrees. At 7.4 degrees above the horizon, the visibility angle is favourable but still requires a clear line of sight in that cardinal direction for unobstructed observation.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Móstoles
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +17.8° | 274.6° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.4° | 283.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.6° | 291.6° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.6°)
Azimuth at C4
291.6° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.57°
Terrain horizon
-0.12°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.52°
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 Móstoles
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madroñal | 846.2 m | 24.5 km | 333° NNW |
| Los Llanos 2 | 817 m | 24.0 km | 315° NW |
| Cabeza Aguda | 760 m | 23.2 km | 327° NNW |
| Los Llanos 1 | 746 m | 22.6 km | 310° NW |
| Cerro Chico | 730 m | 23.3 km | 328° NNW |
| Cerro Almodóvar | 726 m | 23.7 km | 72° ENE |
| Tambor | 724.3 m | 23.9 km | 26° NNE |
| Cerro de Buenavista | 703 m | 9.4 km | 102° ESE |
Weather in Móstoles in August
Avg. temp.
25.7°C
Max / min
32.8° / 18.6°
Precipitation
10.8 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station MADRID, CUATRO VIENTOS, 9 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
3%
P75 — cloudier days
4%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Móstoles
- 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 Móstoles
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Móstoles?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.8% covered at maximum from Móstoles.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Móstoles?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Móstoles.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Móstoles?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Móstoles.
Is Móstoles a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Móstoles is an excellent choice (score 75/100): favorable geometry, clear horizon, and good August climatology.
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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