Sabadell
41.543°, 2.109° · 187 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.6% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.16° at peak.
65/100Good
99.6%
Partial eclipse · 99.6% obscuration
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About Sabadell
Sabadell is an industrial city in Barcelona province, Catalonia, with over 210,000 inhabitants. Located at 187 metres elevation in the Vallès Occidental region, this town has been a historic centre of Catalan textile production for centuries, with roots documented since ancient times. Its position in inland Catalonia makes it a reference point for observing the solar eclipse of August 2026.
For this eclipse
In Sabadell, the partial eclipse on 12 August 2026 will reach its maximum at 20:28 local time. The Sun will be relatively low, only 4.1 degrees above the horizon towards the west-northwest. This visibility angle requires a completely clear horizon in that direction for proper observation of the phenomenon.
The weather in August
August in Sabadell brings moderate temperatures typical of inland Catalonia. The average temperature is around 24.2 degrees Celsius, with highs near 29.9 degrees and lows around 18.4 degrees. Conditions are generally favourable for astronomical observation, though it is advisable to check the specific forecast for eclipse day.
Past eclipses
The area where Sabadell is located experienced a total eclipse 320 years ago, on 12 May 1706. Later, an annular eclipse was visible 125 years ago, on 11 November 1901. Following the partial eclipse of 2026, the next chance to see an annular eclipse from this territory will arrive on 13 July 2075, with an obscuration of 87.5 per cent.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
The Sun will follow a west-northwest trajectory during the eclipse maximum, positioned at azimuth 286 degrees. Its low altitude above the horizon, only 4.1 degrees, makes it essential to have a completely clear view towards that cardinal direction to enjoy unobstructed observation.
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Eclipse schedule in Sabadell
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.9° | 277.7° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +4.1° | 286.4° |
| 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
-4.46°
Terrain horizon
0.90°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.16°
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 Sabadell
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roca de Sant SalvadorIn the Sun's direction | 1155.9 m | 24.0 km | 284° WNW |
| Trompa de l'ElefantIn the Sun's direction | 1153.1 m | 24.0 km | 284° WNW |
| Magdalena SuperiorIn the Sun's direction | 1152.9 m | 24.1 km | 282° WNW |
| la Gorra FrígiaIn the Sun's direction | 1152 m | 24.1 km | 283° WNW |
| Cap de MortIn the Sun's direction | 1140 m | 24.9 km | 285° WNW |
| Roca de les OnzeIn the Sun's direction | 1137.8 m | 24.9 km | 285° WNW |
| Flautat Occidental (Roca 507)In the Sun's direction | 1136.3 m | 23.9 km | 284° WNW |
| Cadireta del DiableIn the Sun's direction | 1134.5 m | 23.9 km | 285° WNW |
Weather in Sabadell in August
Avg. temp.
24.2°C
Max / min
29.9° / 18.4°
Storm risk
Low
Station SABADELL AEROPUERTO, 2 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
3%
Median cloud cover
33%
P75 — cloudier days
63%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Sabadell
- 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 Sabadell
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Sabadell?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.6% covered at maximum from Sabadell.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Sabadell?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Sabadell.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Sabadell?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Sabadell.
Is Sabadell a good place to watch the eclipse?
Sabadell 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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