San Roque
36.210°, -5.385° · 116 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 5.70° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 93% obscuration
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About San Roque
San Roque is a municipality in the province of Cádiz, in Andalusia, with just over 29,000 inhabitants. Located in the Campo de Gibraltar at 116 metres above sea level, it was founded in 1706 by settlers from Gibraltar following the signing of the Treaty of Utrecht. Its position at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, next to the strait of the same name, gives it a singular geographical profile among the towns of Cádiz province.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, San Roque will witness a partial solar eclipse. The maximum of the partial phase will occur at 20:38 local time, when the Sun will be very low, at just 6.3° above the horizon. With the Sun positioned towards the west-northwest (azimuth 284°), any obstruction in that direction—buildings, trees or terrain elevations—can hinder observation. Choosing a spot with a clear horizon to the west is essential.
The weather in August
The AEMET reference station's climate record (1991–2020) does not include complete data for average temperature and precipitation in August for San Roque, so it is only possible to note that the risk of thunderstorms in this month is low. This data suggests that intense convective showers are infrequent in mid-August in the Campo de Gibraltar, which is favourable for eclipse observation.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from San Roque took place on 22 December 1870, over 156 years ago, with a totality phase of approximately two minutes. Since then, no total or annular eclipse has covered the locality. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, we must wait until 12 September 2053 for another total eclipse to cross this area of southern Spain again.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum, at 20:38 local time, the Sun will be positioned towards the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 284°. The altitude will be just 6.3° above the horizon, which is roughly equivalent to the width of three fingers extended at arm's length. This grazing angle makes it essential to choose an elevated spot or a location with a completely clear horizon towards the west to follow the phenomenon without interruption.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in San Roque
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:43 UTC | 19:43 | +17.2° | 276.0° |
| Maximum | 18:39 UTC | 20:39 | +6.3° | 283.8° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:30 UTC | 21:30 | -3.1° | 291.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.4°)
Azimuth at C4
291.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.13°
Terrain horizon
0.62°
Sun−terrain margin
+5.70°
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 Roque
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock of Gibraltar | 426 m | 9.7 km | 158° SSE |
| Rock of Gibraltar | 417 m | 10.0 km | 158° SSE |
| Signal Hill | 387 m | 9.1 km | 158° SSE |
Weather in San Roque in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
14%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from San Roque
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- Next total eclipseSeptember 12, 2053
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in San Roque
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from San Roque?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 93% covered at maximum from San Roque.
What time is the eclipse maximum in San Roque?
Maximum occurs at 20:39 local time (18:39 UTC) in San Roque.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from San Roque?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from San Roque.
Is San Roque a good place to watch the eclipse?
San Roque 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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