Redondela
42.283°, -8.610° · 6 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 7.03° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Redondela
Redondela is a municipality in the province of Pontevedra, in Galicia, with approximately 29,200 inhabitants. Located at just 6 meters above sea level, it sits on the Atlantic coast of the northwestern peninsula, in a distinctive low coastal strip characteristic of this region. Medium-sized within the provincial context, the town is marked by oceanic influence that shapes its landscape and climate throughout the year. Summers are mild and rainfall, though moderate in the summer months, is distributed across the different seasons.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Redondela will experience a partial solar eclipse. At maximum, at 20:29 local time, the Moon will cover a significant portion of the solar disk, though it will not reach the totality observed in other areas of the Peninsula. Visibility is favorable: with the Sun at 11.7 degrees above the horizon and a clearance of more than 7 degrees above surrounding terrain, the phenomenon will be observable without obstruction from the town, always with proper eye protection.
The weather in August
According to AEMET data for the period 1991-2020, August in Redondela records an average temperature of 20.2°C, with highs around 25.2°C and lows near 15°C. Average monthly rainfall is 48 mm, and the month accumulates approximately 282 hours of sunshine. The probability of clear skies reaches 68%, and the risk of storms is low, making August a favorable period for eclipse observation.
Past eclipses
The last eclipse visible from Redondela was the annular eclipse of October 3, 2005, 21 years ago, with an obscuration reaching 90% of the solar disk and an annular phase lasting just over four minutes. The town has no records of a total eclipse in recent times. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next annular event visible from here will not arrive until February 27, 2082, and one will have to wait until October 26, 2144 to witness a total eclipse.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, at 20:29 on August 12, 2026, the Sun will be 11.7 degrees above the horizon and at an azimuth of 280 degrees, equivalent to a position toward the west with a slight inclination toward the northwest. To observe the phenomenon, one must look toward the low west, at an angle sufficiently far from the visible horizon—with more than 7 degrees of clearance above surrounding terrain—to ensure unobstructed visibility.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Redondela
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:32 UTC | 19:32 | +22.2° | 270.2° |
| Maximum | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +11.7° | 279.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | +2.3° | 288.3° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.3°)
Azimuth at C4
288.3° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.27°
Terrain horizon
4.66°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.03°
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 Redondela
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pena Velletane | 1060 m | 23.9 km | 73° ENE |
| Alto de Montouto | 945.9 m | 24.2 km | 109° ESE |
| Alto de Montouto | 945 m | 24.2 km | 109° ESE |
| Vidueiros | 943 m | 20.0 km | 78° ENE |
| Coto Redondo | 941 m | 24.5 km | 120° ESE |
| Coto da Vella | 928 m | 24.9 km | 121° ESE |
| Coto da Vella | 926 m | 24.9 km | 120° ESE |
| Portela do Foxo | 914 m | 24.6 km | 43° NE |
Weather in Redondela in August
Avg. temp.
20.2°C
Max / min
25.2° / 15°
Precipitation
48 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station VIGO AEROPUERTO, 5 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
16%
P75 — cloudier days
77%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Redondela
- 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 Redondela
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Redondela?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Redondela.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Redondela?
Maximum occurs at 20:30 local time (18:30 UTC) in Redondela.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Redondela?
Look West (azimuth 280°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Redondela.
Is Redondela a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Redondela 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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