Santa Lucía
27.912°, -15.541° · 699 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 69% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 5.48° at peak.
55/100Marginal
69%
Partial eclipse · 69% obscuration
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About Santa Lucía
Santa Lucía is a municipality on the island of Gran Canaria in the province of Las Palmas, with approximately 72,000 inhabitants. Located in the southeastern part of the island at an average altitude of 699 meters above sea level, the municipality features rugged terrain marked by ravines and the Amurga mountain range. Its position in the Canary Islands archipelago places it outside the typical path of major solar eclipses that cross the Peninsula.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Santa Lucía will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum coverage occurs at 19:54 local time, with the Sun at 9.8° above the horizon and a clearance of 5.5° above surrounding terrain, ensuring visibility from flat ground. Since this is a partial phase, the Sun's disk will not be completely covered; it is recommended to use certified solar filters at all times.
The weather in August
AEMET records for August indicate low storm risk in Santa Lucía, suggesting generally stable atmospheric conditions during this season. The influence of trade winds and Gran Canaria's topography create notable differences between the island's slopes, but the southeastern region – where the municipality is located – tends to enjoy clearer skies than the northern face during summer. (Data: AEMET 1991-2020.)
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Santa Lucía occurred on October 2, 1959, 67 years ago, though totality lasted only 25 seconds. Before that event, an annular eclipse crossed the area on April 1, 1764. After the eclipses of 2026 and 2028, the next annular eclipse will not arrive until April 1, 2136, and the following total eclipse until July 31, 2353.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum coverage, the Sun will be 9.8° high above the horizon and at an azimuth of 282°, nearly due west with a slight inclination toward the northwest. To orient yourself, simply look toward the sunset direction on a summer day: that point in the sky indicates the eclipse's exact direction. A clear horizon toward the west-northwest will be sufficient to observe the phenomenon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Santa Lucía
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:58 UTC | 18:58 | +21.8° | 275.7° |
| Maximum | 18:53 UTC | 19:53 | +9.8° | 281.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:45 UTC | 20:45 | -0.6° | 287.5° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (287.5°)
Azimuth at C4
287.5° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-0.59°
Terrain horizon
4.33°
Sun−terrain margin
+5.48°
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 Lucía
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrón de la Agujereada | 1956 m | 6.2 km | 331° NNW |
| Pico de las Nieves | 1949.96 m | 6.4 km | 331° NNW |
| Roque Redondo | 1921 m | 5.7 km | 342° NNW |
| Campanario | 1917 m | 6.2 km | 323° NW |
| Montaña de Los Bizcochos | 1842 m | 5.5 km | 349° N |
| Roque Nublo | 1813 m | 9.6 km | 313° NW |
| Puntón de la Agujereada | 1809 m | 6.5 km | 314° NW |
| Morro de la Salvia | 1806 m | 7.4 km | 330° NNW |
Weather in Santa Lucía in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
2%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Santa Lucía
- Last total eclipseOctober 2, 195967 years ago
- Last annular eclipseApril 1, 1764262 years ago
- Next total eclipseJuly 31, 2353
- Next annular eclipseApril 1, 2136
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Santa Lucía
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Santa Lucía?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 69% covered at maximum from Santa Lucía.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Santa Lucía?
Maximum occurs at 19:53 local time (18:53 UTC) in Santa Lucía.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Santa Lucía?
Look WNW (azimuth 282°); the Sun will be 10° above the horizon at maximum from Santa Lucía.
Is Santa Lucía a good place to watch the eclipse?
Santa Lucía is a good option (score 55/100): 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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