Plasencia
40.031°, -6.088° · 368 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 7.73° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 98% obscuration
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About Plasencia
Plasencia, a city of around 40,000 inhabitants, sits at 368 meters elevation in northern Extremadura, in the province of Cáceres. It occupies a meander of the Jerte River, very close to its confluence with the Alagón, at the gateway of the Vera region. Its geographic position places it between the Sierra de Gredos to the north and the Extremaduran valley that opens toward the south.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Plasencia will experience a partial solar eclipse. At maximum, at 8:33 PM local time, the Sun will stand just 8.8° above the horizon, oriented toward the west-northwest. The solar disk will be partially covered, with no totality from this location; the margin over the topographic horizon is 8.1°, so the Sun will be visible from flat terrain, though very low.
The weather in August
August in Plasencia is characterized by dry heat and generally clear skies, with average temperatures of 26.8 °C, highs around 33.8 °C and lows near 19.8 °C. The month's average precipitation is just 9.3 mm, suggesting habitually clear skies. The risk of thunderstorms is low according to historical records, conditions that favor eclipse observation in the evening. (Data: AEMET, period 1991–2020.)
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Plasencia occurred on May 28, 1900, 126 years ago, with a totality lasting just 86 seconds. Before that event, an annular eclipse crossed the area on April 1, 1764, 262 years ago. After the eclipses in the 2026–2028 cycle, we must wait until December 8, 2113 for another annular eclipse to be visible from the city.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum partial phase, at 8:33 PM, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 282°, oriented toward the west-northwest, and at an elevation of 8.8° above the horizon. That low position and clearly westward direction requires finding an observation point with a clear western horizon — free from buildings, trees or terrain — to follow the eclipse through to its conclusion.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Plasencia
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:37 UTC | 19:37 | +19.4° | 273.4° |
| Maximum | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +8.8° | 282.0° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:25 UTC | 21:25 | -0.3° | 290.3° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (290.3°)
Azimuth at C4
290.3° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-0.32°
Terrain horizon
1.07°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.73°
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 Plasencia
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camocho | 1826 m | 24.6 km | 40° NE |
| Risco de la Gama | 1483 m | 21.5 km | 40° NE |
| Cabeza del Santo | 1478 m | 18.1 km | 38° NE |
| Pitolero | 1351.6 m | 14.5 km | 37° NE |
| Cerro Bullón | 1117 m | 15.9 km | 64° ENE |
| Gordo | 997.8 m | 8.2 km | 32° NNE |
| Villavieja | 910 m | 11.5 km | 64° ENE |
| Cerro Puerto Castaños | 717 m | 24.0 km | 206° SSW |
Weather in Plasencia in August
Avg. temp.
26.8°C
Max / min
33.8° / 19.8°
Precipitation
9.3 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station PLASENCIA, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
9%
P75 — cloudier days
66%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Plasencia
- Last total eclipseMay 28, 1900126 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 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 Plasencia
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Plasencia?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 98% covered at maximum from Plasencia.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Plasencia?
Maximum occurs at 20:33 local time (18:33 UTC) in Plasencia.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Plasencia?
Look WNW (azimuth 282°); the Sun will be 9° above the horizon at maximum from Plasencia.
Is Plasencia a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Plasencia 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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