Puerto del Rosario
28.500°, -13.863° · 43 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 72% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 5.34° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 72% obscuration
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About Puerto del Rosario
Puerto del Rosario is the capital of the island of Fuerteventura, in the province of Las Palmas (Canary Islands). With a population of 35,667 inhabitants and an altitude of 43 metres above sea level, the city occupies the eastern coast of the island. Its Atlantic location, facing the northwestern coasts of Africa, determines a temperate microclimate throughout the year, with sparse rainfall and abundant sunlight.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Puerto del Rosario will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum occurs at 19:53 local time, with the Sun at 8.8° altitude above the horizon, clearly visible to the west-northwest. The margin above the topographic horizon is 5.4°, ensuring unobstructed visibility from most of the city. It will be a low-elevation phenomenon, so it is advisable to find an open location facing west.
The weather in August
August in Puerto del Rosario is dry and sunny. According to AEMET data (1991–2020), the average monthly temperature is 24.9 °C, with daytime highs of 27.9 °C and nighttime lows of 21.9 °C. Average precipitation barely reaches 0.3 mm, and the month totals around 291 hours of sunshine. The probability of clear skies is around 70%, and the risk of storms is low—favourable conditions for observing the eclipse.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse recorded in Puerto del Rosario occurred on 27 October 1780, 246 years ago, with just 19 seconds of totality. Before that, on 1 April 1764, an annular eclipse covered 86.6% of the Sun for 203 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, we must wait until 1 April 2136 for the next annular eclipse from here, and until 6 May 2236 for the next total eclipse.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum, on 12 August 2026 at 19:53, the Sun will be at azimuth 282°, almost due west with a slight tilt towards the north (west-northwest). Its altitude will be 8.8° above the horizon, roughly equivalent to the width of an outstretched hand at arm's length. The low solar elevation will cause light to adopt warm tones, and any obstruction in that direction could interfere with the observation.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Puerto del Rosario
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:57 UTC | 18:57 | +20.7° | 276.1° |
| Maximum | 18:52 UTC | 19:52 | +8.8° | 282.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:43 UTC | 20:43 | -1.6° | 288.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.1°)
Azimuth at C4
288.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-1.56°
Terrain horizon
3.42°
Sun−terrain margin
+5.34°
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 Puerto del Rosario
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pico de la Atalaya | 726 m | 23.3 km | 245° WSW |
| Atalaya | 725.7 m | 23.3 km | 245° WSW |
| Gran Montaña | 710 m | 24.0 km | 235° SW |
| Morro de Izcado | 703 m | 24.2 km | 234° SW |
| Montaña de la Muda | 691 m | 12.3 km | 310° NW |
| Cerro del AceitunalIn the Sun's direction | 687 m | 10.7 km | 299° WNW |
| Morro Jorjado | 680 m | 23.6 km | 235° SW |
| Morro de la Cruz | 678 m | 20.5 km | 251° WSW |
Weather in Puerto del Rosario in August
Avg. temp.
24.9°C
Max / min
27.9° / 21.9°
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station FUERTEVENTURA AEROPUERTO, 6 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
1%
P75 — cloudier days
23%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Puerto del Rosario
- Last total eclipseOctober 27, 1780246 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next total eclipseMay 6, 2236
- Next annular eclipseApril 1, 2136
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Puerto del Rosario
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Puerto del Rosario?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 72% covered at maximum from Puerto del Rosario.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Puerto del Rosario?
Maximum occurs at 19:52 local time (18:52 UTC) in Puerto del Rosario.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Puerto del Rosario?
Look WNW (azimuth 282°); the Sun will be 9° above the horizon at maximum from Puerto del Rosario.
Is Puerto del Rosario a good place to watch the eclipse?
Puerto del Rosario is a good option (score 65/100): all eclipse phases are visible, though not the regional optimum.
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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