Torremolinos
36.620°, -4.500° · 47 m a.s.l.
Marginal
Partial eclipse · 94% obscuration
Marginal: only 0.33° between the Sun and the local skyline at peak.
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94%
Partial eclipse · 94% obscuration
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About Torremolinos
Torremolinos is a coastal municipality in the province of Málaga, in Andalucía, situated on the shores of the Mediterranean at just 47 metres above sea level. With over 65,000 inhabitants, it forms part of the urban agglomeration of the Costa del Sol and lies only a few kilometres southwest of the Málaga capital. Its flat coastline and low altitude determine a very open marine horizon towards the west, a decisive factor for observing the eclipse.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Torremolinos will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum eclipse will occur at 20:38 local time, when the Sun will be just 5.9° above the horizon, in the west-northwest direction (azimuth 284°). The margin between solar altitude and topographic horizon is only 0.4°, placing the observation in the marginal zone: any obstacle—buildings, hills or haze—can obscure the phenomenon.
The weather in August
August in Torremolinos is characterised by a low risk of storms, which favours clear nights and afternoons with relative frequency. Data from the AEMET weather station 6088X (series 1991–2020) confirms that this month is one of the most stable of the year on the Málaga Costa del Sol. Mediterranean sea breezes typically moderate the conditions, although haze from the Strait can reduce visibility on the low horizon during summer afternoons.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Torremolinos dates back to 22 December 1870, 156 years ago, with a totality of approximately two minutes. After the eclipse cycle of 2026, 2027 and 2028, one must wait until 13 July 2075 to witness an annular eclipse from this city. The next total eclipse will not arrive until 20 June 2327, making the coming years an exceptionally concentrated window of observation.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum eclipse, the Sun will be positioned to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 284° and an altitude of 5.9° above the horizon. Such a low position demands a completely clear marine or open-field horizon in that direction. Torremolinos' coastal façade, facing south and southwest, offers favourable observation points from which the marine horizon is unobstructed towards the west.
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Eclipse schedule in Torremolinos
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:43 UTC | 19:43 | +16.7° | 276.3° |
| Maximum | 18:38 UTC | 20:38 | +5.9° | 284.2° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:29 UTC | 21:29 | -3.5° | 291.8° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (291.8°)
Azimuth at C4
291.8° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.46°
Terrain horizon
5.57°
Sun−terrain margin
+0.33°
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 Torremolinos
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pico Mijas | 1150 m | 14.3 km | 267° W |
| Pico Mendoza | 1045 m | 12.9 km | 266° W |
| Reina | 1032 m | 24.5 km | 28° NNE |
| Alto de Letria | 811 m | 24.5 km | 39° NE |
| Santi-Petri | 797 m | 24.3 km | 340° NNW |
| Matanza | 775 m | 21.0 km | 31° NNE |
| Monte Calamorro | 770 m | 5.5 km | 266° W |
| Cerro Guerrero | 681 m | 6.2 km | 265° W |
Weather in Torremolinos in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
0%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Torremolinos
- Last total eclipseDecember 22, 1870156 years ago
- Next total eclipseJune 20, 2327
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Torremolinos
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Torremolinos?
Yes, but marginally: with 94% obscuration, the topographic horizon from Torremolinos is very close to the Sun's altitude at the end.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Torremolinos?
Maximum occurs at 20:38 local time (18:38 UTC) in Torremolinos.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Torremolinos?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Torremolinos.
Is Torremolinos a good place to watch the eclipse?
Torremolinos is a good option (score 50/100): 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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