Rincón de la Victoria
36.717°, -4.276° · 11 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.93° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 95% obscuration
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About Rincón de la Victoria
Rincón de la Victoria is a coastal municipality in the province of Málaga, in Andalusia, situated on the eastern shore of the Bay of Málaga. With nearly 39,000 inhabitants and an altitude of just 11 metres above sea level, the city stretches between the Sierra de Tejeda and the Mediterranean. Its front-line coastal position shapes both its landscape and climate, with direct access to the sea horizon toward the west.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Rincón de la Victoria will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:37 local time, with the Sun positioned just 5.8 degrees above the horizon toward the west-northwest. Despite the low solar altitude, the clearance from the topographic horizon is 4 degrees, so the eclipse will be visible from open areas to the west. Choose a location without obstacles in that direction and use certified solar filters.
The weather in August
August in Rincón de la Victoria is the warmest month of the year, with average temperatures of 27.6°C, highs reaching 32.2°C and lows of 23°C. Mediterranean influence moderates temperature extremes and keeps the risk of storms at low levels during this month. Conditions are generally stable and favourable for eclipse observation, though it is always wise to check the forecast in the days before the event. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse recorded over Rincón de la Victoria occurred on 22 December 1870, 156 years ago, with a totality duration of 1 minute and 52 seconds. Following the eclipse cycle of 2026–2028, one must wait until 13 July 2075 to witness an annular eclipse from this location. The next total eclipse will not arrive until 20 June 2327, with a totality duration of 4 minutes and 33 seconds.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, at 20:37, the Sun will be 5.8 degrees above the horizon and at an azimuth of 284 degrees, which corresponds to the west-northwest direction. This low position near the setting Sun is characteristic of late afternoon in August at this latitude. For observation, orient yourself toward the west-northwest and maintain a clear line of sight free from buildings or trees in that sector of the horizon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Rincón de la Victoria
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:43 UTC | 19:43 | +16.6° | 276.4° |
| Maximum | 18:38 UTC | 20:38 | +5.8° | 284.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:29 UTC | 21:29 | -3.5° | 291.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.9°)
Azimuth at C4
291.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.55°
Terrain horizon
1.87°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.93°
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 Rincón de la Victoria
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reina | 1032 m | 13.7 km | 322° NW |
| Viento | 1029 m | 15.3 km | 333° NNW |
| Santopitar | 1019 m | 9.7 km | 351° N |
| Cerro de Mallén | 938 m | 20.6 km | 326° NW |
| Cerro de Jotrón | 865 m | 18.7 km | 316° NW |
| Cerro del Moro | 858 m | 14.4 km | 342° NNW |
| Cerro Padilla | 843 m | 11.3 km | 340° NNW |
| Cerro Minilla | 837 m | 11.3 km | 1° N |
Weather in Rincón de la Victoria in August
Avg. temp.
27.6°C
Max / min
32.2° / 23°
Storm risk
Low
Station RINCÓN DE LA VICTORIA, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
2%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Rincón de la Victoria
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- 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 Rincón de la Victoria
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Rincón de la Victoria?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 95% covered at maximum from Rincón de la Victoria.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Rincón de la Victoria?
Maximum occurs at 20:38 local time (18:38 UTC) in Rincón de la Victoria.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Rincón de la Victoria?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Rincón de la Victoria.
Is Rincón de la Victoria a good place to watch the eclipse?
Rincón de la Victoria is a good option (score 60/100): 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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