Sueca
39.203°, -0.311° · 14 m a.s.l.
Visible
The Sun clears local terrain by 4.09° at C3.
85/100Very good
100%
You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Sueca
Sueca is a municipality in the province of Valencia, in the Valencian Community, with around 29,000 inhabitants. The town sits just 14 metres above sea level, in the low coastal plain of the eastern Peninsula coast, beside the Mediterranean shore. Its low altitude and the direct influence of the Mediterranean are the most defining geographical features of its location, and they determine both the character of the terrain and the climatic conditions of the municipality.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Sueca will lie within the path of totality of the solar eclipse. At 20:33 local time, the third contact (C3) will occur, marking the end of totality. The Sun will be 4.3 degrees above the horizon at that moment — a low angle but sufficient — with a margin of 4.1 degrees above the topographic horizon calculated to ensure visibility under normal conditions. It is best to position yourself at a point with a clear horizon facing west.
The weather in August
August in Sueca is warm: AEMET data from the period 1991–2020 show an average temperature of 25.8 °C, with a mean high of 30.3 °C and a mean low of 21.2 °C. Average monthly precipitation is low, at 14.5 mm, and the risk of storms is classified as low. Nights are mild thanks to the Mediterranean influence, and daytime heat rarely reaches the extreme levels common in the interior of the peninsula.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Sueca took place on 12 May 1706, 320 years ago, with a totality duration of 3 minutes and 49 seconds. More recently, on 3 October 2005, an annular eclipse was recorded with 90 % obscuration and a central duration of 4 minutes. Once the eclipse cycle from 2026 to 2028 concludes, the next annular eclipse over the municipality is not predicted until 13 July 2075, with 87 % obscuration.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At 20:33 on 12 August 2026, the Sun will be at an azimuth of 286 degrees, a direction equivalent to west with a slight shift towards the northwest, roughly west-northwest. Its altitude above the horizon will be 4.3 degrees, indicating that the Sun will be very close to setting at the moment of third contact. To observe the eclipse, aim towards the west-northwest and ensure there are no obstructions — buildings, trees or terrain — in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Sueca
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +14.6° | 277.4° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.4° | 285.6° |
| Maximum | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.4° | 285.7° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.3° | 285.7° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -4.5° | 293.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.8°)
Azimuth at C4
293.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.52°
Terrain horizon
0.25°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.09°
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 Sueca
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| el Mondúver | 843 m | 21.9 km | 170° S |
| Penyalba | 770.3 m | 20.7 km | 175° S |
| Aldaia | 751 m | 22.5 km | 177° S |
| Puntal de la Font Nova | 750.6 m | 21.0 km | 173° S |
| Alt de la Figuerota | 735 m | 22.9 km | 178° S |
| Alt del Collado dels Caragols | 731 m | 22.9 km | 175° S |
| Alt de la Lletrera | 718 m | 23.8 km | 176° S |
| Alt del Sespar | 710 m | 23.4 km | 177° S |
Weather in Sueca in August
Avg. temp.
25.8°C
Max / min
30.3° / 21.2°
Precipitation
14.5 mm
Storm risk
Low
Station POLINYÀ DE XÚQUER, 6 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
2%
Median cloud cover
10%
P75 — cloudier days
35%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Sueca
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 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 Sueca
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Sueca?
Yes — Sueca is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Sueca?
Maximum occurs at 20:33 local time (18:33 UTC) in Sueca.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Sueca?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Sueca.
How long does totality last in Sueca?
Totality lasts 0 min 33 s in Sueca (C2 to C3).
Is Sueca a good place to watch the eclipse?
Sueca 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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