Santa Eulària des Riu
38.985°, 1.534° · 9 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Marginal: only 0.63° between the Sun and the local skyline at C3.
80/100Very good
100%
Total eclipse · 100% obscuration
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About Santa Eulària des Riu
Santa Eulària des Riu is a coastal municipality of Ibiza, in the Balearic Islands, with approximately 31,300 inhabitants. Located just 9 metres above sea level, it stretches along the eastern coast of the island. Its name refers to the sole permanent river in the Balearic Islands, which runs through the town centre. It is one of the settlements with the highest tourist activity in Ibiza during the summer months.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Santa Eulària des Riu lies within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. The maximum of the total phase occurs at 20:32 (local time), with the Sun just 2.9° above the horizon and a margin of 0.9° relative to the surrounding terrain. The verdict is marginal: any obstruction to the west-northwest (bearing 287°) could prevent viewing the totality. It is advisable to find a location with a completely clear horizon in that direction.
The weather in August
August in Santa Eulària des Riu is typically Mediterranean, with average temperatures of 24.8 °C, highs of 30.7 °C and lows that rarely fall below 18.8 °C. Rainfall is scarce—an average of 22.6 mm throughout the month—though there is a moderate risk of isolated thunderstorms, typical of summer afternoons in the Balearic Mediterranean. Overall, conditions are typically warm and dry, though afternoon clouds cannot be ruled out. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Santa Eulària des Riu occurred on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with complete obscuration and totality lasting just over three minutes. Before that, on 11 November 1901, an annular eclipse covered 82.2% of the solar disc for just under four minutes. Following the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, the next significant annular eclipse will not arrive until 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:32 on 12 August, the Sun will be in the west-northwest direction, with a bearing of 287°. Its height above the horizon will be just 2.9°, very close to sunset. With such a low angle, the state of the horizon in that direction is decisive: a slight undulation of the terrain, a building or a chain of hills could obstruct the view at the critical moment of totality.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Santa Eulària des Riu
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +13.1° | 278.6° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +3.2° | 286.7° |
| Maximum | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +3.0° | 286.8° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +2.9° | 286.9° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | -5.8° | 294.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.9°)
Azimuth at C4
294.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-5.80°
Terrain horizon
2.30°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.63°
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 Eulària des Riu
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roca Grossa | 486 m | 24.0 km | 250° WSW |
| Cap de sa Talaia | 476 m | 23.5 km | 251° WSW |
| Talaia de Sant Josep | 463 m | 23.7 km | 251° WSW |
| Puig Gros | 419 m | 18.3 km | 247° WSW |
| Furnàs | 411 m | 7.6 km | 348° NNW |
| Puig des Merlet | 404 m | 16.5 km | 249° WSW |
| Camp VellIn the Sun's direction | 401 m | 17.6 km | 298° WNW |
| Puig d'en Teixidor | 394 m | 7.9 km | 348° NNW |
Weather in Santa Eulària des Riu in August
Avg. temp.
24.8°C
Max / min
30.7° / 18.8°
Precipitation
22.6 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station SANT JOAN DE LABRITJA, 9 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
2%
P75 — cloudier days
45%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Santa Eulària des Riu
- Last total eclipseAugust 30, 1905121 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 Eulària des Riu
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Santa Eulària des Riu?
Yes, but marginally: with 100% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Santa Eulària des Riu is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Santa Eulària des Riu?
Maximum occurs at 20:33 local time (18:33 UTC) in Santa Eulària des Riu.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Santa Eulària des Riu?
Look WNW (azimuth 287°); the Sun will be 3° above the horizon at maximum from Santa Eulària des Riu.
How long does totality last in Santa Eulària des Riu?
Totality lasts 1 min 17 s in Santa Eulària des Riu (C2 to C3).
Is Santa Eulària des Riu a good place to watch the eclipse?
Santa Eulària des Riu 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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