Pinto
40.241°, -3.700° · 612 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.91° at peak.
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99.8%
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
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About Pinto
Pinto is a municipality in the Community of Madrid located south of the capital, in the Las Vegas region. With 43,501 inhabitants and an altitude of 612 meters above sea level, it is part of the industrial corridor of southern metropolitan Madrid. Its territory, with gentle and flat terrain, lies within the area of direct influence of the capital, about 20 km from Madrid.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Pinto will experience a partial solar eclipse. The maximum will occur at 20:32, when the Sun will be just 7.2° above the horizon at an azimuth of 283°—that is, almost exactly toward the west-northwest. With a horizon margin of 6.9°, the Sun will be grazing the visible boundary, so it is recommended to seek a clear horizon toward the west to ensure observation.
The weather in August
August in Pinto is warm and very sunny. According to AEMET data from 1991-2020, the average temperature is around 26 °C, with highs reaching 32.9 °C and lows of 19.1 °C. The municipality records about 347 hours of sunshine in the month and the probability of clear skies reaches 84%. Average precipitation is scarce at 7.8 mm, although there is a moderate risk of scattered thunderstorms. Overall, conditions are favorable for eclipse observation.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Pinto took place on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with a totality of two minutes and four seconds. More recent in memory is the annular eclipse of October 3, 2005, with an obscuration of 90.3% and an annular phase of four minutes. After the eclipse cycle of 2026-2028, one will have to wait until December 8, 2113 for a new annular eclipse to pass over Pinto.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse on August 12, 2026 at 20:32, the Sun will be positioned at 7.2° of altitude above the horizon at an azimuth of 283°. That direction corresponds to west-northwest, very close to the point of sunset. The low solar altitude means that any obstruction in that sector—buildings, trees, or terrain—could block the view; it is advisable to choose a location with a clear horizon in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Pinto
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +17.6° | 274.7° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +7.2° | 283.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -1.7° | 291.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.7°)
Azimuth at C4
291.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.72°
Terrain horizon
0.33°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.91°
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 Pinto
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montecillo | 751 m | 24.8 km | 125° SE |
| Cerro Almodóvar | 726 m | 18.3 km | 28° NNE |
| Cerro de Buenavista | 703 m | 8.6 km | 326° NW |
| Rivas | 698.8 m | 20.1 km | 47° NE |
| Pingarrón | 695 m | 16.0 km | 104° ESE |
| Cerro Barbero | 694 m | 24.6 km | 127° SE |
| El Monte | 691 m | 24.5 km | 126° SE |
| Majadas | 689 m | 22.4 km | 128° SE |
Weather in Pinto in August
Avg. temp.
26°C
Max / min
32.9° / 19.1°
Precipitation
7.8 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station GETAFE, 7 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
4%
P75 — cloudier days
47%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Pinto
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseDecember 8, 2113
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Pinto
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Pinto?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.8% covered at maximum from Pinto.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Pinto?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Pinto.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Pinto?
Look WNW (azimuth 283°); the Sun will be 7° above the horizon at maximum from Pinto.
Is Pinto a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Pinto is an excellent choice (score 75/100): 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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