Sant Vicenç dels Horts
41.393°, 2.007° · 61 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
Marginal: only 0.49° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
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99.8%
Partial eclipse · 99.8% obscuration
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About Sant Vicenç dels Horts
Sant Vicenç dels Horts is a municipality in the Barcelona metropolitan area, in the province of the same name and the autonomous community of Catalonia, with nearly 28,000 inhabitants. Located at 61 metres above sea level, it stretches across the plain of the Baix Llobregat, alongside the river that gives its name to the region. Its position southwest of the Catalan capital integrates it into the urban fabric of the first metropolitan ring.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Sant Vicenç dels Horts will experience a partial solar eclipse. At the moment of maximum, at 20:29 local time, the Sun's disc will stand just 4° above the horizon, with a margin of only 0.2° above the terrain profile. Observation is conditional on the horizon towards the west-northwest being completely clear of obstacles. It is recommended to find an elevated point with unobstructed visibility in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Sant Vicenç dels Horts records average temperatures of 24.4 °C, with highs reaching 28.9 °C and lows around 19.9 °C, according to AEMET data from the period 1991–2020. The probability of clear skies is 68 %, although the risk of thunderstorms is moderate for the season. Average monthly precipitation stands at around 32 mm, so sunny afternoons are frequent though not guaranteed.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Sant Vicenç dels Horts occurred on 12 May 1706, more than three centuries ago, with a totality of nearly four minutes. The last annular eclipse was recorded on 11 November 1901, with an obscuration of 82.2 % and an annular phase of about five minutes. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, it will be necessary to wait until 13 July 2075 to see a new annular eclipse from here.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:29 on 12 August 2026, the Sun will be at 286° azimuth, that is, towards the west-northwest, and only 4° above the horizon. At that hour sunlight is already grazing and the star approaches sunset. A line of sight clear towards the west-northwest, without buildings or trees intercepting it, is essential to not miss the moment of maximum.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Sant Vicenç dels Horts
| 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 | +4.0° | 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
-4.50°
Terrain horizon
3.56°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.49°
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 Sant Vicenç dels Horts
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turó de les Pedritxes | 790.7 m | 24.7 km | 357° N |
| Tossal de la Boirafua | 776.5 m | 24.9 km | 325° NW |
| Roca 499G | 775.4 m | 25.0 km | 325° NW |
| la Moleta | 773.4 m | 24.9 km | 357° N |
| Roca 499I | 773.1 m | 24.8 km | 325° NW |
| Turó de l'Ós | 672 m | 24.2 km | 358° N |
| Montau | 658 m | 11.5 km | 243° WSW |
| Turó del Tron de l'Espasa | 657.8 m | 24.8 km | 328° NNW |
Weather in Sant Vicenç dels Horts in August
Avg. temp.
24.4°C
Max / min
28.9° / 19.9°
Precipitation
31.7 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station BARCELONA, FABRA, 10 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
3%
Median cloud cover
10%
P75 — cloudier days
36%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Sant Vicenç dels Horts
- 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 Sant Vicenç dels Horts
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Sant Vicenç dels Horts?
Yes, but marginally: with 99.8% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Sant Vicenç dels Horts is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Sant Vicenç dels Horts?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Sant Vicenç dels Horts.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Sant Vicenç dels Horts?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Sant Vicenç dels Horts.
Is Sant Vicenç dels Horts a good place to watch the eclipse?
Sant Vicenç dels Horts 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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