Teruel
40.346°, -1.106° · 908 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 4.65° at C3.
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You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Teruel
Teruel is the capital of its namesake province, located in the interior of Aragón, and stands on a promontory at 908 metres altitude. With around 36,000 inhabitants, it stands out for its mountainous surroundings and elevated position above the Turia valley. Its altitude gives it a marked continental climate, with mild summers that set it apart from other cities in the Mediterranean arc of the Iberian Peninsula.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026 Teruel will experience a total solar eclipse: the totality phase coincides with contact C3, when the Moon leaves the solar disc. The Sun will be just 5.4° above the horizon at maximum, with an azimuth of 285°, almost directly west-northwest. The clearance above the topographic horizon is 3.6°, enough for totality to be visible provided the horizon toward that quadrant is unobstructed.
The weather in August
In August, Teruel records average temperatures of 22.5°C, with highs exceeding 31°C and nighttime lows of 13.6°C, typical of its altitude. The month accumulates an average of 310 hours of sunshine and a 75% probability of clear skies. However, average precipitation reaches 32.8 mm and the risk of thunderstorms is high; afternoon showers are frequent in the interior of the peninsula during this month. Data: AEMET (1991–2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Teruel occurred on 30 August 1905, 121 years ago, with a totality duration of just over three minutes. Before that, on 11 November 1901 an annular eclipse covered 82% of the solar disc. After the 2026–2028 eclipses, the next annular phenomenon over this city will not arrive until 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, 20:31 local time, the Sun will be 5.4° above the horizon and pointing west-northwest, with an azimuth of 285°. This low position means any elevation of terrain, trees or buildings toward that quadrant could obstruct the view; it is advisable to find an unobstructed spot with a clear view of the western horizon.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Teruel
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:36 UTC | 19:36 | +15.7° | 276.3° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +5.7° | 284.7° |
| Maximum | 18:31 UTC | 20:31 | +5.5° | 284.9° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +5.4° | 285.0° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | -3.3° | 293.2° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.2°)
Azimuth at C4
293.2° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.28°
Terrain horizon
0.74°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.65°
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 Teruel
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loma de la Fuente Céspede | 1799 m | 24.1 km | 173° S |
| San Pablo | 1794.7 m | 22.7 km | 171° S |
| Loma de San Pablo | 1792 m | 23.0 km | 173° S |
| Peñablanca | 1756.1 m | 22.6 km | 159° SSE |
| Cerro de Castelfrío | 1752 m | 21.0 km | 49° NE |
| Alto de la Casilla | 1662 m | 18.5 km | 55° NE |
| Peñarroya | 1654 m | 19.1 km | 54° NE |
| Cabezo Alto | 1641 m | 16.5 km | 85° E |
Weather in Teruel in August
Avg. temp.
22.5°C
Max / min
31.3° / 13.6°
Precipitation
32.8 mm
Storm risk
High
Station TERUEL, 2 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
3%
Median cloud cover
18%
P75 — cloudier days
74%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Teruel
- 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 Teruel
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Teruel?
Yes — Teruel is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Teruel?
Maximum occurs at 20:31 local time (18:31 UTC) in Teruel.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Teruel?
Look WNW (azimuth 285°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Teruel.
How long does totality last in Teruel?
Totality lasts 1 min 38 s in Teruel (C2 to C3).
Is Teruel a good place to watch the eclipse?
Teruel 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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