Santa Coloma de Gramenet
41.452°, 2.208° · 39 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.32° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Santa Coloma de Gramenet
Santa Coloma de Gramenet is a municipality in the province of Barcelona, in Catalonia, with approximately 119,000 inhabitants. Located just 39 meters above sea level, it stretches along the right bank of the Besòs River, bordering Barcelona to the north. It is part of the Barcelona metropolitan area and concentrates a dense population in a relatively small territory, making it one of the most populated cities in the Barcelonès region.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Santa Coloma de Gramenet will experience a partial solar eclipse. At maximum phase, around 20:28 local time, the Sun will be very low on the west-northwest horizon, only 3.9 degrees above the horizon. With a margin of 2.3 degrees above the topographic horizon, visibility will be conditioned by the terrain and nearby obstacles. It is recommended to find a clear location facing west to avoid missing this phenomenon.
The weather in August
According to AEMET climate data for the 1991–2020 period, August in Santa Coloma de Gramenet features average temperatures of 25.2 °C, with highs around 27.6 °C and lows rarely dropping below 22.8 °C, reflecting the Mediterranean coastal climate. Average precipitation for the month reaches 27.8 mm, with a moderate risk of thunderstorms. Warm and relatively humid summers are common due to maritime influence.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Santa Coloma de Gramenet occurred on May 12, 1706, over 320 years ago, with a phase of totality lasting about 235 seconds. The last annular eclipse was recorded on November 11, 1901, 125 years ago, with an obscuration of 82.2% and an annular duration of approximately 293 seconds. Following the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next annular eclipse will occur on July 13, 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse on August 12, 2026, the Sun will be in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 286 degrees and an altitude of only 3.9 degrees above the horizon. Since the phenomenon occurs in late afternoon with the Sun very close to the horizon, any obstacle—buildings, trees, hillsides—in that direction can prevent observation. It is advisable to position yourself on an elevated point or with wide views facing west.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Santa Coloma de Gramenet
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.7° | 277.8° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +3.9° | 286.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -4.6° | 295.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (295.0°)
Azimuth at C4
295.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.58°
Terrain horizon
1.63°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.32°
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 Santa Coloma de Gramenet
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pic del Vent | 815.6 m | 23.6 km | 344° NNW |
| el Farellet | 720.7 m | 24.5 km | 346° NNW |
| Turó de l'Ós | 672 m | 25.0 km | 315° NW |
| Turó de Sant Sebastià | 671.5 m | 24.5 km | 342° NNW |
| Puig de la Creu | 668.3 m | 21.7 km | 336° NNW |
| Turó de la Tomba dels Moros | 667.1 m | 24.3 km | 342° NNW |
| Turó dels Tres Pins | 649.2 m | 24.0 km | 339° NNW |
| el Muronell | 619.9 m | 24.6 km | 325° NW |
Weather in Santa Coloma de Gramenet in August
Avg. temp.
25.2°C
Max / min
27.6° / 22.8°
Precipitation
27.8 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station BARCELONA, PORT OLÍMPIC, 7 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
4%
Median cloud cover
8%
P75 — cloudier days
64%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Santa Coloma de Gramenet
- 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 Santa Coloma de Gramenet
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Santa Coloma de Gramenet?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Santa Coloma de Gramenet.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Santa Coloma de Gramenet?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Santa Coloma de Gramenet.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Santa Coloma de Gramenet?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Santa Coloma de Gramenet.
Is Santa Coloma de Gramenet a good place to watch the eclipse?
Santa Coloma de Gramenet is a good option (score 70/100): 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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