Úbeda
38.013°, -3.370° · 766 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 97% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 4.30° at peak.
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97%
Partial eclipse · 97% obscuration
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About Úbeda
Úbeda is a municipality in the province of Jaén, in Andalusia, with approximately 34,600 inhabitants. It sits on an inland plateau at 766 meters of altitude, giving it an elevated position in the region. Being far from the sea's influence, in the interior of eastern Andalusia, it experiences dry, hot summers with cooler nights than the coastal areas of the region.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Úbeda will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum occurs at 20:35, local time, when the Sun will be 5.8° above the horizon. With a margin of 4.8° relative to the surrounding terrain, the Sun will be high enough to be visible without topographic obstructions. Since this is a partial eclipse, the Moon will cover a portion of the Sun's disk, but will not reach totality at this location.
The weather in August
In August, Úbeda registers a low risk of storms according to AEMET climatological data from the 1991–2020 period. This summer stability is characteristic of inland areas of Andalusia at this altitude, where continental influence exceeds maritime influence during summer. For observing the partial eclipse on August 12, the low risk of convective disturbances represents a meteorological advantage, although it is advisable to follow forecasts in the days leading up to the event.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Úbeda took place on May 12, 1706, over three centuries ago, with a totality of approximately two minutes and forty-five seconds. After the 2026 eclipse, the next annular eclipse over this area will arrive on July 13, 2075. For a new total eclipse, one will have to wait until June 20, 2327.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of eclipse maximum, at 20:35, the Sun will be located at an azimuth of 284°, which corresponds approximately to west-northwest, very close to due west. The solar altitude of 5.8° above the horizon indicates that the Sun will already be in sunset position. It is advisable to seek an observation point with a clear horizon toward the west-northwest to guarantee visibility without obstructions from vegetation or buildings.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Úbeda
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:40 UTC | 19:40 | +16.4° | 276.2° |
| Maximum | 18:35 UTC | 20:35 | +5.8° | 284.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:27 UTC | 21:27 | -3.3° | 292.2° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (292.2°)
Azimuth at C4
292.2° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-3.33°
Terrain horizon
1.55°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.30°
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 Úbeda
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Aznatín de Jimena | 1669 m | 24.6 km | 205° SSW |
| Cuevas del Aire | 1315 m | 21.0 km | 186° S |
| El Morrón | 1207 m | 24.7 km | 209° SSW |
| Serrato | 1173 m | 19.4 km | 183° S |
| La Atalaya | 1053 m | 22.6 km | 208° SSW |
| Cerro Cortijo | 815 m | 24.0 km | 213° SSW |
| Montalvas | 808 m | 6.1 km | 265° W |
| Cerro del Alcázar | 779 m | 9.3 km | 253° WSW |
Weather in Úbeda in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
0%
P75 — cloudier days
8%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Úbeda
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 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 Úbeda
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Úbeda?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 97% covered at maximum from Úbeda.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Úbeda?
Maximum occurs at 20:35 local time (18:35 UTC) in Úbeda.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Úbeda?
Look WNW (azimuth 284°); the Sun will be 6° above the horizon at maximum from Úbeda.
Is Úbeda a good place to watch the eclipse?
Úbeda 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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