Rubí
41.492°, 2.033° · 145 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.26° at peak.
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99.7%
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Rubí
Rubí is a municipality in the province of Barcelona, nestled in the Vallès Occidental region of Catalonia. Home to nearly 73,000 inhabitants, it sits at 145 meters altitude in the basin of the Rubricatus River, west of Barcelona city. Its industrial and residential fabric makes it one of the most populated towns in the Vallès, well connected to Barcelona and Sabadell.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Rubí will experience a partial solar eclipse with its maximum at 20:28. At that moment, the Sun will be just 4.1° above the horizon, so it is worth seeking a location with a completely clear western horizon: the margin over the terrain is only 3.3°. Although totality does not reach this latitude, the partial phase will be visible provided the western sky is free of obstacles.
The weather in August
In August, Rubí registers average temperatures around 24 °C, with highs near 30 °C and lows not falling below 18 °C, according to AEMET data for the period 1991–2020. The risk of storms in this month is low, favoring stable afternoons and clear skies at sunset. For an eclipse occurring right at dusk, such meteorological stability proves especially relevant.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Rubí took place on May 12, 1706, 320 years ago, with a totality duration of nearly four minutes. An annular eclipse was recorded in November 1901, 125 years back. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, one must wait until July 13, 2075 for another annular eclipse to cross this part of the Vallès Occidental.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun is positioned to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 286°. Its elevation above the horizon is only 4.1°, placing it very close to sunset. To follow the event, it is essential to position yourself at an elevated point or with a wide view toward the west, without buildings or trees obstructing the final degrees of the visible horizon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Rubí
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.9° | 277.7° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +4.1° | 286.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -4.5° | 294.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.9°)
Azimuth at C4
294.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.45°
Terrain horizon
0.82°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.26°
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 Rubí
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sant JeroniIn the Sun's direction | 1237.6 m | 22.3 km | 304° NW |
| l'Eco SuperiorIn the Sun's direction | 1223.1 m | 22.6 km | 304° WNW |
| Miranda dels EcosIn the Sun's direction | 1222.7 m | 22.6 km | 304° WNW |
| Eco d'en NubiolaIn the Sun's direction | 1219.3 m | 22.6 km | 303° WNW |
| Agulla Lluís EstasenIn the Sun's direction | 1209 m | 22.8 km | 304° WNW |
| el MoroIn the Sun's direction | 1206.2 m | 21.9 km | 304° NW |
| Eco OccidentalIn the Sun's direction | 1200.2 m | 22.7 km | 303° WNW |
| Roca 311In the Sun's direction | 1197.5 m | 22.3 km | 304° NW |
Weather in Rubí in August
Avg. temp.
24.2°C
Max / min
29.9° / 18.4°
Storm risk
Low
Station SABADELL AEROPUERTO, 7 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
16%
Median cloud cover
40%
P75 — cloudier days
63%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Rubí
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Rubí
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Rubí?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Rubí.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Rubí?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Rubí.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Rubí?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Rubí.
Is Rubí a good place to watch the eclipse?
Rubí 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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