Ponteareas
42.175°, -8.504° · 49 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 9.24° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Ponteareas
Ponteareas is a municipality in the province of Pontevedra, in Galicia, nestled in the valley of the Tea, a tributary of the Miño, just a few kilometers from the border with Portugal. With a population near 23,000 inhabitants and an altitude of 49 meters above sea level, it is part of the Condado region and occupies a transitional position between the lower lands of the Vigo metropolitan area and the mountainous interior of southern Galicia. Vineyards and riverside forests dominate its landscape.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Ponteareas will experience a partial solar eclipse with maximum expected at 20:29 local time. The Sun will then be 11.6 degrees above the horizon, high enough to be visible from clear areas of the town. The lunar obscuration will not reach totality, but will noticeably alter the quality of light throughout the region. The use of certified solar filters is recommended throughout the phenomenon.
The weather in August
According to AEMET data for the period 1991–2020, August in Ponteareas registers an average temperature of 21.4 °C, with highs that can exceed 28 °C and nighttime lows around 14 °C. The risk of storms is low during this month, making summer the most stable season of the year in the Tea valley. Afternoons are typically warm and the probability of rainfall is lower than at other times of the year.
Past eclipses
The last eclipse of significance visible from Ponteareas was the annular eclipse on October 3, 2005, more than twenty years ago. On that occasion, the Moon covered 90% of the solar disk for just over four minutes, leaving visible a narrow luminous ring. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next opportunity to see an annular eclipse from this municipality will come on February 27, 2082, while a total eclipse will not occur until October 26, 2144.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum, at 20:29 on August 12, the Sun will be at 280 degrees azimuth, a direction pointing almost due west-northwest, and 11.6 degrees above the horizon. The margin relative to the terrain is approximately 9 degrees, which ensures direct visibility from open areas as long as there are no obstacles toward the west. To take advantage of the phenomenon, it is advisable to find an open area or elevated zone with a clear horizon in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Ponteareas
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:32 UTC | 19:32 | +22.1° | 270.3° |
| Maximum | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +11.6° | 279.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | +2.2° | 288.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.4°)
Azimuth at C4
288.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.15°
Terrain horizon
2.31°
Sun−terrain margin
+9.24°
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 Ponteareas
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| O Castelo do Faro | 1155 m | 24.3 km | 54° NE |
| Coto da Pía | 1153 m | 24.9 km | 54° NE |
| O Faro de Avión | 1151 m | 24.0 km | 54° NE |
| Coto da Cruz | 1094 m | 22.4 km | 58° ENE |
| Coto Agudo | 1076 m | 22.3 km | 60° ENE |
| Monte Pedroso | 1069 m | 21.1 km | 65° ENE |
| Pena Velletane | 1060 m | 23.7 km | 37° NE |
| Coto da Montería | 1056 m | 21.8 km | 62° ENE |
Weather in Ponteareas in August
Avg. temp.
21.4°C
Max / min
28.9° / 14°
Storm risk
Low
Station PONTEAREAS, CANEDO , 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
22%
P75 — cloudier days
95%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Ponteareas
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next total eclipseOctober 26, 2144
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Ponteareas
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Ponteareas?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Ponteareas.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Ponteareas?
Maximum occurs at 20:30 local time (18:30 UTC) in Ponteareas.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Ponteareas?
Look West (azimuth 280°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Ponteareas.
Is Ponteareas a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Ponteareas 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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