Oleiros
43.333°, -8.317° · 127 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 11.87° 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 Oleiros
Oleiros is a Galician municipality in the province of A Coruña, in the estuary of the same name, with a population of around 35,500 inhabitants. It borders the city of A Coruña to the north, forming part of its metropolitan area. At a mean altitude of 127 metres, the municipality occupies a peninsula that extends into the Atlantic, with a jagged coastline of beaches and cliffs. Its position on the Cantabrian-Atlantic coast gives it a distinctive geographical profile within western Galicia.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Oleiros will experience totality in the solar eclipse: the solar disc will be completely covered for a few moments, turning day into momentary darkness. Maximum eclipse will occur at 20:27 local time with the Sun at 11.8° above the horizon and a clearance of 11.9° above the surrounding terrain, guaranteeing direct visibility from most open locations in the municipality. It is advisable to orient towards the west-northwest to catch the moment of totality.
The weather in August
In August, Oleiros enjoys moderate Atlantic weather. Mean temperature is 19.3 °C, with highs around 24 °C and lows rarely dropping below 15 °C. The probability of clear skies is around 58 % according to AEMET records from 1991–2020, and the municipality accumulates roughly 239 hours of sunshine throughout the month. Average August precipitation is about 38 mm, and the risk of thunderstorms is low, which creates favourable conditions for eclipse observation.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Oleiros occurred on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with a duration of 88 seconds. Before that, on 9 January 1777—249 years ago—an annular eclipse was visible. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, one must wait until 16 August 2175 for an annular eclipse's shadow to cross this region again, underlining the uniqueness of the current observation window.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, at 20:27 local time, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 279°, that is, almost due west, tilted slightly towards the northwest. Its altitude above the horizon will be 11.8°, a relatively low position but sufficient for unobstructed viewing from open ground. This late-afternoon geometry is characteristic of an eclipse occurring near sunset at mid-northern latitudes in northern Spain; positioning yourself where the western horizon is unobstructed is advisable.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Oleiros
| 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 | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +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° | 288.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.1°)
Azimuth at C4
288.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.67°
Terrain horizon
-0.02°
Sun−terrain margin
+11.87°
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 Oleiros
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedeira | 595 m | 24.9 km | 223° SW |
| Os Teixos | 571 m | 23.8 km | 225° SW |
| Pedra Cedeira | 564 m | 24.4 km | 225° SW |
| O Pedregal | 562 m | 24.3 km | 223° SW |
| Coto Vello | 561 m | 22.9 km | 227° SW |
| Pena Faladoira | 561 m | 23.8 km | 87° E |
| O Petón | 558 m | 24.3 km | 131° SE |
| Avea | 556 m | 23.7 km | 131° SE |
Weather in Oleiros in August
Avg. temp.
19.3°C
Max / min
23.9° / 14.8°
Precipitation
37.9 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station A CORUÑA AEROPUERTO, 5 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
9%
Median cloud cover
36%
P75 — cloudier days
91%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Oleiros
- 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 Oleiros
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Oleiros?
Yes — Oleiros is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Oleiros?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Oleiros.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Oleiros?
Look West (azimuth 279°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Oleiros.
How long does totality last in Oleiros?
Totality lasts 1 min 22 s in Oleiros (C2 to C3).
Is Oleiros a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Oleiros is an excellent choice (score 90/100): 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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