Palma
39.569°, 2.650° · 34 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Marginal: only 0.07° between the Sun and the local skyline at C3.
80/100Very good
100%
Total eclipse · 100% obscuration
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About Palma
Palma is the capital of the Islas Baleares and of the island of Mallorca, with close to 438,000 inhabitants. It sits at the head of a wide bay in the southwest of the island, between the sea and the Sierra de Tramuntana, which runs along the northwest coast. Its seafront gives it an open horizon to the south.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Palma falls within the path of totality of the eclipse, though at its edge: totality occurs with the Sun very close to the horizon. The horizon calculation indicates a tight margin between the Sun and the terrain, so the choice of observation point is especially important.
The weather in August
In August, Palma records an average temperature of 26.6 °C, with highs around 30 °C. AEMET data for 1991-2020 indicate a 77% probability of clear sky and more than 319 hours of sunshine in the month. Average rainfall is 21.7 mm and the thunderstorm risk is moderate.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Palma was on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago. The last annular one was seen on 11 November 1901. After the eclipses of 2026 to 2028, the next totality over the city will not arrive until 17 November 2180.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
During totality, the Sun will be towards the west-northwest, at about 287° of azimuth, and a little over 2° above the horizon. That is a very low altitude: any obstacle in that direction will block the Sun. For this observation an elevated spot with the west completely clear is essential, preferably with a view of the sea.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Palma
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +12.6° | 279.0° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +2.8° | 287.1° |
| Maximum | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +2.6° | 287.3° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +2.5° | 287.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:22 UTC | 21:22 | -6.1° | 295.5° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.5°)
Azimuth at C4
295.5° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-6.10°
Terrain horizon
2.43°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.07°
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 Palma
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puig de l'Ofre | 1091 m | 23.8 km | 25° NNE |
| Puig d'Alfàbia | 1067 m | 20.6 km | 20° NNE |
| Puig de na Franquesa | 1067 m | 24.7 km | 26° NNE |
| Puig Teixot | 1065 m | 18.1 km | 4° N |
| Puig des Teix | 1064.2 m | 18.0 km | 3° N |
| Penya de s'Anyell | 1053 m | 21.0 km | 21° NNE |
| Puig des Coll des Jou | 1052 m | 21.6 km | 23° NNE |
| puig de Son Palou | 1044 m | 21.6 km | 21° NNE |
Weather in Palma in August
Avg. temp.
26.6°C
Max / min
30.2° / 23°
Precipitation
21.7 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station PALMA, PUERTO, 3 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
37%
Median cloud cover
37%
P75 — cloudier days
88%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Palma
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Palma
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Palma?
Yes, but marginally: with 100% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Palma is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Palma?
Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time (18:31 UTC) in Palma.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Palma?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 3° above the horizon at maximum from Palma.
How long does totality last in Palma?
Totality lasts 1 min 39 s in Palma (C2 to C3).
Is Palma a good place to watch the eclipse?
Palma will see totality (C2-C3) very close to the western horizon. The partial end (C4) falls below the horizon: you need a clear western view for an epic experience.
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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