Olot
42.181°, 2.490° · 438 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
Marginal: only 1.08° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
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99%
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Olot
Olot is a municipality in the province of Girona, Catalonia, with a population of around 33,500 inhabitants. It sits at 438 metres above sea level, in an area of distinctive relief that shapes both its climate and horizon visibility. The municipality has documented references dating from 1206 and serves as a service hub for its region, with an urban structure consolidated around its historic core.
For this eclipse
The eclipse of 12 August 2026 will be partial from Olot: the city lies outside the totality corridor, although it will experience significant solar obscuration. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:27 local time. At that moment, the Sun will be just 4.2° above the horizon in the west-northwest direction (azimuth 286°), with a margin of 1.2° relative to the terrain profile. Conditions are marginal: any elevation to the west could compromise observation.
The weather in August
According to AEMET climatological data (1991–2020), August in Olot records an average temperature of 22.8°C, with highs reaching 30.3°C and lows dropping to 15.2°C. The risk of storms that month is low, which favours clear skies during afternoons. The altitude of 438 metres means nights are noticeably cooler than in lower-elevation localities.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Olot took place on 8 July 1842, 184 years ago, with a totality period of about two minutes. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, one must wait until 5 November 2059 for an annular eclipse to cross this area, with an obscuration of 86.6% and a central phase of approximately two and a half minutes.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse on 12 August 2026 at 20:27, the Sun will be positioned to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 286°. Its altitude above the horizon will be just 4.2°, equivalent roughly to the width of four fingers at arm's length. An observer should orient towards the western horizon, making sure there are no obstacles—buildings, trees, or hills—in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Olot
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:33 UTC | 19:33 | +13.9° | 277.6° |
| Maximum | 18:27 UTC | 20:27 | +4.2° | 286.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:18 UTC | 21:18 | -4.3° | 295.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.0°)
Azimuth at C4
295.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.27°
Terrain horizon
3.08°
Sun−terrain margin
+1.08°
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 Olot
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puig EstelaIn the Sun's direction | 2013 m | 22.6 km | 301° WNW |
| Puig de les Agudes | 1974 m | 24.7 km | 325° NW |
| Turó de la Parcel·laIn the Sun's direction | 1947.1 m | 22.1 km | 302° WNW |
| Pèl-de-caIn the Sun's direction | 1938.7 m | 24.4 km | 309° NW |
| Puig de Coma d'OllaIn the Sun's direction | 1938 m | 23.6 km | 299° WNW |
| Puig d'en Bullici | 1910.9 m | 23.9 km | 310° NW |
| Turó de la Portella d'OgassaIn the Sun's direction | 1902 m | 24.8 km | 296° WNW |
| la Pedra dels Tres BisbatsIn the Sun's direction | 1899 m | 21.5 km | 306° NW |
Weather in Olot in August
Avg. temp.
22.8°C
Max / min
30.3° / 15.2°
Storm risk
Low
Station LA VALL DE BIANYA, 4 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
4%
Median cloud cover
18%
P75 — cloudier days
54%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Olot
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Next annular eclipseNovember 5, 2059
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Olot
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Olot?
Yes, but marginally: with 99% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Olot is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Olot?
Maximum occurs at 20:27 local time (18:27 UTC) in Olot.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Olot?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Olot.
Is Olot a good place to watch the eclipse?
Olot is a good option (score 60/100): 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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