Terrassa
41.567°, 2.017° · 302 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.69° at peak.
70/100Good
99.7%
Partial eclipse · 99.7% obscuration
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About Terrassa
Terrassa is a city in the province of Barcelona, located in the autonomous community of Catalonia. At an altitude of 302 meters, it forms part of Barcelona's metropolitan belt. With a population of just over 218,000 inhabitants, the city maintains important industrial activity and has historically been a center of textile manufacturing.
For this eclipse
The partial eclipse on August 12, 2026, will be visible from Terrassa, with the Sun reaching a height of 4.1 degrees above the horizon at maximum. Given the low altitude of the Sun at that moment, a completely clear line of sight toward the west is required for observation.
The weather in August
According to AEMET data for the 1991-2020 period, August in Terrassa records an average temperature of 24.2 degrees Celsius, with highs around 29.9 degrees and lows of 18.4 degrees. The risk of thunderstorms is low during this month, which favors clear observation opportunities for the astronomical event.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Terrassa occurred on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago. The next annular solar eclipse visible from the city will arrive on July 13, 2075, remaining visible for 166 seconds.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, the Sun sits very low in the sky, barely 4.1 degrees above the horizon, toward the west. This position requires standing at an elevated point in the city or in a surrounding rural area with a clear horizon in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Terrassa
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.9° | 277.6° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +4.1° | 286.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:20 UTC | 21:20 | -4.4° | 294.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.8°)
Azimuth at C4
294.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.39°
Terrain horizon
1.44°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.69°
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 Terrassa
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sant JeroniIn the Sun's direction | 1237.6 m | 17.6 km | 284° WNW |
| l'Eco SuperiorIn the Sun's direction | 1223.1 m | 18.0 km | 284° WNW |
| Miranda dels EcosIn the Sun's direction | 1222.7 m | 18.0 km | 284° WNW |
| Eco d'en NubiolaIn the Sun's direction | 1219.3 m | 18.0 km | 284° WNW |
| Agulla Lluís EstasenIn the Sun's direction | 1209 m | 18.1 km | 284° WNW |
| el MoroIn the Sun's direction | 1206.2 m | 17.2 km | 284° WNW |
| Eco OccidentalIn the Sun's direction | 1200.2 m | 18.1 km | 284° WNW |
| Roca 311In the Sun's direction | 1197.5 m | 17.6 km | 284° WNW |
Weather in Terrassa in August
Avg. temp.
24.2°C
Max / min
29.9° / 18.4°
Storm risk
Low
Station SABADELL AEROPUERTO, 9 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
5%
Median cloud cover
16%
P75 — cloudier days
35%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Terrassa
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 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 Terrassa
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Terrassa?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.7% covered at maximum from Terrassa.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Terrassa?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Terrassa.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Terrassa?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Terrassa.
Is Terrassa a good place to watch the eclipse?
Terrassa 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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