San Andrés del Rabanedo
42.612°, -5.617° · 852 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 7.93° at C3.
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You'll see full totality. C3 — the end of totality — is visible above the horizon.
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About San Andrés del Rabanedo
San Andrés del Rabanedo is a municipality in the province of León, in Castilla y León, with just over 30,800 inhabitants. It sits at 852 meters altitude in the interior of the Spanish northern plateau, surrounded by broad plains and an open horizon. Its location in the heart of the peninsula, far from coasts, gives it a marked continental character that defines both its landscape and summer climatic conditions.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, San Andrés del Rabanedo lies within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time, with the Sun at 9.6 degrees above the topographic horizon and a clearance margin of 8.1 degrees relative to local terrain. That ample margin ensures totality (third contact) will be visible without the Sun becoming hidden behind surrounding landforms, placing the municipality in a favorable position for direct observation.
The weather in August
AEMET data for the 1991–2020 period shows the risk of thunderstorms in August at a low level for San Andrés del Rabanedo. This parameter is key when planning to observe an eclipse: clear skies during totality are essential to make the most of the phenomenon. The reduced thunderstorm risk in summer points toward favorable odds of seeing the eclipse without meteorological interference, although daily variability can always introduce uncertainty.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from San Andrés del Rabanedo took place on August 30, 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality duration of roughly three and a half minutes. The previous annular eclipse recorded in the area dates from April 1, 1764. After the 2026 eclipse, the next event of this type forecast is an annular eclipse on February 27, 2082, with 84.6% obscuration and more than six minutes of duration.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, at 20:28, the Sun will be at 9.6 degrees above the horizon, with an azimuth of 281 degrees. That direction corresponds to nearly due west, with a slight deviation toward the northwest. When choosing an observation point, it is wise to ensure that quadrant is free of obstacles—buildings, trees, or any elevated element—so as not to lose sight during the key minutes of totality. The low solar altitude advises being in open terrain.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in San Andrés del Rabanedo
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:32 UTC | 19:32 | +20.0° | 272.0° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +9.9° | 281.1° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +9.8° | 281.3° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +9.6° | 281.4° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:21 UTC | 21:21 | +0.7° | 290.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (290.0°)
Azimuth at C4
290.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
0.73°
Terrain horizon
1.66°
Sun−terrain margin
+7.93°
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 San Andrés del Rabanedo
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Fontañán | 1634 m | 24.4 km | 346° NNW |
| Cruz de Fontañán | 1626 m | 24.3 km | 346° NNW |
| Alto de las Forcadas | 1472 m | 24.5 km | 338° NNW |
| Alto de las Lampas | 1420 m | 23.4 km | 341° NNW |
| Pico de la Cerra | 1412 m | 22.9 km | 347° NNW |
| Alto Santiago | 1374 m | 22.8 km | 349° N |
| Alto del Negrón | 1343 m | 21.1 km | 339° NNW |
| Sierros | 1330.5 m | 23.5 km | 4° N |
Weather in San Andrés del Rabanedo in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
7%
P75 — cloudier days
77%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from San Andrés del Rabanedo
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in San Andrés del Rabanedo
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from San Andrés del Rabanedo?
Yes — San Andrés del Rabanedo is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in San Andrés del Rabanedo?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in San Andrés del Rabanedo.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from San Andrés del Rabanedo?
Look WNW (azimuth 281°); the Sun will be 10° above the horizon at maximum from San Andrés del Rabanedo.
How long does totality last in San Andrés del Rabanedo?
Totality lasts 1 min 48 s in San Andrés del Rabanedo (C2 to C3).
Is San Andrés del Rabanedo a good place to watch the eclipse?
San Andrés del Rabanedo will see totality (C2-C3) very close to the western horizon. The partial end (C4) falls below the horizon: you need a clear western view for an epic experience.
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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