Tomelloso

39.158°, -3.022° · 669 m a.s.l.

Visible

Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration

The Sun clears local terrain by 6.30° at peak.

75/100Very good

99%

Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration

Eclipse schedule in Tomelloso

Phase	UTC	Local time	Sun alt.	Sun az.
C1 — Partial begins	17:38 UTC	19:38	+16.7°	275.8°
Maximum	18:34 UTC	20:34	+6.2°	284.2°
C4 — Partial ends	19:25 UTC	21:25	-2.8°	292.3°

Sun direction and altitude at C4

Look toward WNW (292.3°)

Azimuth at C4

292.3° WNW

Sun altitude at C4

-2.83°

Terrain horizon

-0.10°

Sun−terrain margin

+6.30°

Peaks near Tomelloso

No named peaks within 25 km (or not yet cached).

Historical cloud cover in August

P25 — clearer days

Median cloud cover

P75 — cloudier days

53%

Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.

Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Tomelloso

Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Tomelloso?

Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Tomelloso.

What time is the eclipse maximum in Tomelloso?

Maximum occurs at 20:34 local time (18:34 UTC) in Tomelloso.

Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Tomelloso?

Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Tomelloso.

Is Tomelloso a good place to watch the eclipse?

Yes, Tomelloso is an excellent choice (score 75/100): favorable geometry, clear horizon, and good August climatology.

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.