Puente-Genil
37.389°, -4.767° · 215 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 6.29° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
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About Puente-Genil
Puente-Genil is a municipality in the province of Córdoba, in the heart of Andalusia, with around 30,000 inhabitants. It sits at 215 meters above sea level in the basin of the Genil River, which gives the locality its name. Its position within Córdoba's countryside grants it an open landscape of gentle hills, dominated by olive groves and farmland typical of inner Andalusia.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Puente-Genil will experience a partial solar eclipse reaching its maximum at 20:36 local time. Although the eclipse is partial — the Moon will not completely cover the solar disc — the Sun will remain visible at 6.5° above the horizon with a margin of 6° from the topographic profile. Observation requires a clear west-northwest horizon, as the Sun will be very close to sunset.
The weather in August
According to AEMET records (period 1991–2020), August in Puente-Genil has a low risk of thunderstorms. This is relevant for observing the sunset eclipse: the sparse convective activity typical of August reduces the chance that occasional clouds will cover the west-northwest horizon at the moment of maximum. Choosing a spot with good westward visibility adds extra margin against the rare but possible summer clouds.
Past eclipses
No records exist of recent total or annular eclipses observed from Puente-Genil. Looking ahead, the next annular eclipse will occur on July 13, 2075, with an obscuration of 87%. Further ahead, on June 20, 2327, the next total eclipse will arrive, with complete obscuration of the solar disc and a totality duration of 6 minutes and 14 seconds.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum, at 20:36, the Sun will be 6.5° above the horizon, in the west-northwest direction with an azimuth of 284°. This position is very close to sunset, so any obstacle in that band of the horizon — buildings, vegetation, relief features — can compromise visibility. Placing the observation point in a location with an open horizon toward the northwest is decisive for making the most of this event.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Puente-Genil
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:41 UTC | 19:41 | +17.3° | 275.7° |
| Maximum | 18:37 UTC | 20:37 | +6.5° | 283.8° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:29 UTC | 21:29 | -2.8° | 291.6° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.6°)
Azimuth at C4
291.6° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-2.81°
Terrain horizon
0.21°
Sun−terrain margin
+6.29°
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 Puente-Genil
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro del Guinchón | 751 m | 16.8 km | 197° SSW |
| Sierra de Pleités | 729 m | 16.7 km | 193° SSW |
| Piedra del Águila | 706 m | 15.2 km | 194° SSW |
| Cerro Gordo | 442 m | 23.7 km | 128° SE |
| Peña Parda | 349 m | 23.9 km | 131° SE |
| Loma de Mingo | — | 10.8 km | 218° SW |
Weather in Puente-Genil in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
6%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Puente-Genil
- Next total eclipseJune 20, 2327
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Puente-Genil
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Puente-Genil?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 95% covered at maximum from Puente-Genil.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Puente-Genil?
Maximum occurs at 20:37 local time (18:37 UTC) in Puente-Genil.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Puente-Genil?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Puente-Genil.
Is Puente-Genil a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Puente-Genil 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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