Rojales
38.088°, -0.725° · 12 m a.s.l.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.96° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Rojales
Rojales is a municipality in Alicante province, nestled in the Vega Baja of the Segura river, a region in the southeast of the Valencian Community. With just over 20,500 inhabitants and an elevation of just 12 metres above sea level, the town extends across flat terrain beside the Segura river, a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast. Its traditional agricultural surroundings and mild climate have driven notable residential growth in recent decades.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Rojales will experience a partial solar eclipse, reaching its maximum at 20:34 local time. The Sun will then be just 4.1 degrees above the horizon in the west-northwest direction (286°). Despite the low position of the star, the calculated margin above the local horizon is 4 degrees, so the eclipse should be visible from clear vantage points to the west. It is recommended to seek a location with an unobstructed view in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Rojales is the warmest month of the year according to AEMET records for the period 1991–2020. Average temperatures hover around 26 °C, with daytime highs exceeding 30 °C and night-time lows around 22 °C. The average rainfall for the month is very scant, barely 12 mm, and the risk of thunderstorms is low in this coastal zone of the southeastern peninsula. Overall, August offers favourable conditions for twilight astronomical observation.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Rojales occurred on 28 May 1900, over 126 years ago, with a totality lasting just 55 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one must wait until 13 July 2075 to see an annular eclipse from this latitude, whilst a new total eclipse will not arrive until the year 2327. The 2026 eclipse is, in practical terms, an astronomical opportunity for several generations.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:34, the Sun will be at 286 degrees azimuth, west-northwest direction. Its altitude above the horizon will be just 4.1 degrees, a position very close to the horizon line. To make the most of the observation, position yourself at an elevated or open location to the west-northwest, avoiding buildings or trees in that low strip of sky. The twilight glow at that hour will add a particular atmosphere to the phenomenon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Rojales
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +14.4° | 277.7° |
| Maximum | 18:35 UTC | 20:35 | +4.1° | 285.8° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:26 UTC | 21:26 | -5.0° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.98°
Terrain horizon
0.11°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.96°
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 Rojales
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| la Vella | 838 m | 24.1 km | 331° NNW |
| Pic de Sant Gaità | 818 m | 24.6 km | 323° NW |
| Alt de Sant Juri | 812 m | 24.6 km | 325° NW |
| el Campanar | 704 m | 23.3 km | 331° NNW |
| Peña de Orihuela | 634 m | 24.0 km | 273° W |
| Cabezo Lodroño | 616 m | 23.4 km | 273° W |
| Pico del ÁguilaIn the Sun's direction | 568 m | 15.8 km | 284° WNW |
| Pico del ChinarIn the Sun's direction | 518 m | 16.5 km | 284° WNW |
Weather in Rojales in August
Avg. temp.
26.4°C
Max / min
30.9° / 21.9°
Precipitation
12 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station ROJALES, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
1%
Median cloud cover
4%
P75 — cloudier days
7%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Rojales
- Last total eclipseMay 28, 1900126 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 Rojales
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Rojales?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Rojales.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Rojales?
Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Rojales.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Rojales?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Rojales.
Is Rojales a good place to watch the eclipse?
Rojales is a good option (score 70/100): 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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