Valencia
39.474°, -0.380° · 15 m a.s.l.
Visible
The Sun clears local terrain by 3.56° at C3.
85/100Very good
100%
You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Valencia
Valencia is the capital of the Comunidad Valenciana and Spain's third city by population, with over 800,000 inhabitants. It lies on the Mediterranean coast, on the plain of the huerta, beside the mouth of the Turia river. Its gentle relief and open seafront make for wide horizons in several directions.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Valencia falls within the path of totality: the Sun will be completely covered by the Moon for a few moments. Totality occurs with the Sun very low, close to sunset, which adds a particular visual element. The horizon calculation confirms that the Sun stays above the terrain at the evaluated contact.
The weather in August
In August, Valencia records an average temperature of 26.5 °C, with highs around 30 °C. AEMET data for 1991-2020 indicate a 69% probability of clear sky and about 288 hours of sunshine in the month. Average rainfall is 14.7 mm and the thunderstorm risk is moderate.
Past eclipses
The last total solar eclipse visible from Valencia took place on 18 July 1860, 166 years ago. The last annular one was on 3 October 2005. After the eclipses of 2026 to 2028, no further totality over the city is expected within the computed horizon; the next annular eclipse will arrive on 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
During totality, the Sun will be towards the west-northwest, at about 286° of azimuth, and around 4° above the horizon. At such a low altitude, terrain and buildings towards the west are decisive: a small rise is enough to block the Sun. An open, high spot facing west is the best option.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Valencia
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +14.8° | 277.2° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.7° | 285.5° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.6° | 285.6° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.5° | 285.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -4.3° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.30°
Terrain horizon
0.91°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.56°
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 Valencia
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alt del Pi | 716 m | 24.2 km | 356° N |
| Puntal de l'Abella | 662 m | 24.2 km | 359° N |
| Garbí | 604 m | 24.9 km | 1° N |
| el Garbí | 593 m | 24.7 km | 2° N |
| la Gorrissa | 586 m | 23.8 km | 346° NNW |
| Mola de Segart | 565 m | 22.0 km | 360° N |
| Puntal de la Mallada | 551 m | 22.8 km | 356° N |
| Puntal del Salt | 537 m | 22.4 km | 357° N |
Weather in Valencia in August
Avg. temp.
26.5°C
Max / min
30.6° / 22.5°
Precipitation
14.7 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station VALÈNCIA, 1 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
5%
Median cloud cover
34%
P75 — cloudier days
51%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Valencia
- Last total eclipseJuly 18, 1860166 years ago
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 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 Valencia
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Valencia?
Yes — Valencia is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Valencia?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Valencia.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Valencia?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Valencia.
How long does totality last in Valencia?
Totality lasts 1 min 6 s in Valencia (C2 to C3).
Is Valencia a good place to watch the eclipse?
Valencia 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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