Narón
43.502°, -8.191° · 23 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 10.47° at C3.
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About Narón
Narón is a municipality in the province of A Coruña, in Galicia, with around 37,700 inhabitants and located just 23 meters above sea level. It forms part of the Ferrol metropolitan area, in the ría that bears that name, at the far northwestern tip of the Iberian Peninsula. Its coastal geography and position in the North Atlantic give it a climate profile marked by strong oceanic influence, with mild summers and little temperature variation.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Narón will lie within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time, when the Sun stands nearly 12 degrees above the horizon—margin enough to witness totality without obstruction—and the Moon will completely cover the solar disk for approximately 2 minutes and 44 seconds. The daytime darkness and visibility of the corona will be the most striking phenomena of this C3 contact.
The weather in August
August in Narón is characterized by a low risk of storms, as recorded at the AEMET weather station in the area for the period 1991–2020. Atlantic influence typically keeps the atmosphere cooler and more humid than in the interior peninsula, with sea breezes that temper the afternoons. Though exact temperature and precipitation figures are not available for this specific station, the oceanic profile of the region points to stable conditions through most of the month.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Narón occurred on August 30, 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality lasting just over 2 minutes and 40 seconds. Before that, on January 9, 1777, an annular eclipse covering 95 percent of the solar disk crossed this latitude, nearly 250 years ago. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next significant annular event over this area will not arrive until August 16, 2175.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:27, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 279 degrees, nearly due west with a slight tilt toward the north. At an altitude of 11.8 degrees above the horizon, it will be already descending in its evening path but still clearly visible. Facing west—toward the sea or the open horizon of the ría—will offer the clearest view to follow the phenomenon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Narón
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:30 UTC | 19:30 | +22.3° | 269.6° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +12.1° | 279.1° |
| Maximum | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +12.0° | 279.2° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +11.8° | 279.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:21 UTC | 21:21 | +2.7° | 288.2° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.2°)
Azimuth at C4
288.2° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.68°
Terrain horizon
1.35°
Sun−terrain margin
+10.47°
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 Narón
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pena Fesa | 716 m | 24.2 km | 141° SE |
| Pena da Uz | 709 m | 24.6 km | 141° SE |
| Pena da Aiga | 657 m | 22.5 km | 138° SE |
| Pena Cavada | 601 m | 21.1 km | 135° SE |
| Pena da Bandeira | 593 m | 20.8 km | 114° ESE |
| Montes da Serra | 577 m | 24.2 km | 85° E |
| Pena Faladoira | 561 m | 22.1 km | 142° SE |
| Monte da Vilalbesa | 561 m | 23.8 km | 83° E |
Weather in Narón in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
12%
Median cloud cover
24%
P75 — cloudier days
88%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Narón
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseJanuary 9, 1777249 years ago
- Next annular eclipseAugust 16, 2175
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Narón
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Narón?
Yes — Narón is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Narón?
Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time (18:27 UTC) in Narón.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Narón?
Look West (azimuth 279°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Narón.
How long does totality last in Narón?
Totality lasts 1 min 35 s in Narón (C2 to C3).
Is Narón a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Narón is an excellent choice (score 100/100): 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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