Mutxamel
38.416°, -0.445° · 70 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.48° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Mutxamel
Mutxamel is a municipality in the province of Alicante, in the Valencian Community, with just over 22,500 inhabitants. Situated at barely 70 meters above sea level, it extends across the fertile Huerta de Alicante plain, a few kilometers north of the provincial capital. Its territory borders Alicante and is integrated into the metropolitan area of the city, although it retains a distinctly agricultural and residential character.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Mutxamel will experience a partial solar eclipse with its maximum occurring at 20:34, local time. At that moment, the Sun will be just 4.1° above the horizon with an azimuth of 286°, almost due west-northwest. The difference of 2.5° between the solar altitude and the topographic horizon is enough for the eclipse to be visible, although it is essential to have a clear horizon in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Mutxamel is hot and sunny, as reflected in data from the AEMET station for the period 1991-2020. The average temperature hovers around 26.5 °C, with highs reaching 31 °C. The month accumulates over 319 hours of sunshine and the probability of clear skies sits around 77 %, offering good prospects for eclipse observation. Precipitation is scarce—less than 14 mm on average—although there is a moderate risk of afternoon thunderstorms.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Mutxamel dates back to May 28, 1900, 126 years ago, with a totality of just over one minute. More recently, on October 3, 2005, the region observed an annular eclipse with an obscuration of 90 % and an annular phase of nearly three minutes and fifteen seconds. The next annular eclipse after 2028 will not arrive until July 13, 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun will be 4.1° in altitude and pointing west-northwest, with an azimuth of 286°. This is equivalent to looking slightly north of due west. Given that the Sun will be so close to the horizon, it is advisable to find an elevated observation point or with clear views toward that sector of the sky to prevent buildings, trees, or other obstacles from blocking the view.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Mutxamel
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +14.4° | 277.7° |
| Maximum | 18:34 UTC | 20:34 | +4.1° | 285.8° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:25 UTC | 21:25 | -4.9° | 293.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.8°)
Azimuth at C4
293.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.94°
Terrain horizon
1.57°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.48°
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 Mutxamel
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| els Plans | 1330 m | 24.5 km | 3° N |
| el MaigmóIn the Sun's direction | 1296 m | 18.8 km | 301° WNW |
| DespenyadorIn the Sun's direction | 1261 m | 23.7 km | 303° WNW |
| Alt de GuisopIn the Sun's direction | 1249 m | 21.1 km | 300° WNW |
| Alt del CarrascaletIn the Sun's direction | 1245 m | 22.9 km | 303° WNW |
| el Cremat | 1242 m | 22.0 km | 344° NNW |
| Les PlanissesIn the Sun's direction | 1241 m | 22.6 km | 303° WNW |
| Penya Migjorn | 1226 m | 15.6 km | 328° NNW |
Weather in Mutxamel in August
Avg. temp.
26.5°C
Max / min
31.1° / 21.8°
Precipitation
13.4 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station ALACANT/ALICANTE, 6 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
7%
P75 — cloudier days
9%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Mutxamel
- Last total eclipseMay 28, 1900126 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 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 Mutxamel
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Mutxamel?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Mutxamel.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Mutxamel?
Maximum occurs at 20:34 local time (18:34 UTC) in Mutxamel.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Mutxamel?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Mutxamel.
Is Mutxamel a good place to watch the eclipse?
Mutxamel 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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