Salt
41.975°, 2.793° · 86 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
Marginal: only 1.48° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
60/100Good
99%
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Salt
Salt is a municipality in the province of Girona, Catalonia, located 86 metres above sea level. With over 30,600 inhabitants, it is one of the densest urban centres in the Girona region. Its position on the inland plain of northeastern Iberia provides it with flat terrain and relatively open horizons, though the compact built-up environment typical of a markedly urban municipality may reduce visibility in certain directions.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Salt will witness a partial solar eclipse. The moment of greatest obscuration arrives at 20:27 local time, with the Sun positioned at an azimuth of 287°, a west-northwest orientation, and barely 3.9° above the horizon. The margin with respect to the surrounding terrain is 1.6°, sufficient for the Sun to be visible at that moment, though its extreme proximity to the horizon makes it essential to have a clear line of sight towards the west-northwest, free from buildings or trees.
The weather in August
AEMET climatological records for the period 1991–2020 place the risk of thunderstorms in August as low in the Salt area. This indicates that August is, statistically, one of the most stable months of the year in the region, with a reduced probability that convective episodes will interrupt observations. The climate profile favours visibility conditions for the afternoon of 12 August, although actual conditions will always depend on the real-time weather on that date.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Salt occurred on 8 July 1842, 184 years ago, with a totality phase of just 79 seconds. Since then, no total eclipse has crossed the skies of the town again. The next significant event scheduled is the annular eclipse of 5 November 2059, with an obscuration of 86.6% and an annular phase duration of around 109 seconds.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of greatest eclipse, at 20:27 on 12 August 2026, the Sun will be located in the direction of 287° azimuth—west-northwest—and at a height of 3.9° above the horizon. This height is equivalent to approximately the width of three or four fingers held at arm's length. With a topographic margin of 1.6°, the Sun will be visible, but the choice of observation point is decisive: any obstacle towards the west-northwest can block the view at the critical moment.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Salt
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:33 UTC | 19:33 | +13.6° | 277.9° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +3.9° | 286.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:19 UTC | 21:19 | -4.6° | 295.2° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.2°)
Azimuth at C4
295.2° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.58°
Terrain horizon
2.38°
Sun−terrain margin
+1.48°
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 Salt
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sant Miquel de Solterra | 1208.8 m | 22.3 km | 255° WSW |
| Puig sa Cadires | 1173.5 m | 22.1 km | 254° WSW |
| Puig del MoroIn the Sun's direction | 1159.7 m | 23.8 km | 288° WNW |
| Roques del Serrat del MoroIn the Sun's direction | 1151.8 m | 24.0 km | 288° WNW |
| Sant Benet | 1149.8 m | 23.3 km | 263° W |
| Muntanya de la Coma | 1145.7 m | 24.5 km | 260° W |
| Puig CastellarIn the Sun's direction | 1136.2 m | 25.0 km | 285° WNW |
| el FarIn the Sun's direction | 1125.31 m | 21.8 km | 284° WNW |
Weather in Salt in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
6%
P75 — cloudier days
19%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Salt
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 years ago
- Next annular eclipseNovember 5, 2059
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Salt
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Salt?
Yes, but marginally: with 99% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Salt is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Salt?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Salt.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Salt?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Salt.
Is Salt a good place to watch the eclipse?
Salt 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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