Vic
41.930°, 2.255° · 490 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 2.41° at peak.
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Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Vic
Vic is a city of approximately 40,000 inhabitants located in the Osona region in inland Catalonia, at an altitude of 490 meters above the Gurri river plain. Part of the Girona province, it serves as the capital of an agricultural and livestock area surrounded by pre-Pyrenean mountains. Its position in a natural basin gives it a pronounced continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers that contrast with the moderation of the Catalan coast.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Vic will lie outside the path of totality and will witness a partial solar eclipse. Maximum eclipse will occur at 20:28 local time, when the Sun will be just 4.2° above the horizon toward the west-northwest. With a margin of only 2.4° from the terrain, any obstruction to the west—buildings, trees, or hills—can block the view. It is recommended to find an elevated, unobstructed location in that direction before the event.
The weather in August
The risk of thunderstorms in Vic during August is low according to AEMET climatological data for the 1991–2020 period. This circumstance favors the possibility of observing the eclipse under clear skies, although the Osona plain can generate morning mists that dissipate throughout the day. Observers should confirm local forecasts in the days before the eclipse, especially given how tight the visibility window is at sunset.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Vic took place on July 8, 1842, 184 years ago, with a totality phase of approximately 108 seconds. In November 1901, the city experienced an annular eclipse that covered just over 82 percent of the solar disk. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, the next annular eclipse to cross this area will not arrive until July 13, 2075, with an obscuration close to 87.5 percent.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse on August 12, 2026, at 20:28, the Sun will be at an altitude of 4.2° and its azimuth will be 286°, that is, toward the west-northwest, slightly north of due west. At that time, the Sun will be very close to the horizon and descending rapidly toward sunset, so the viewing angle will be very low. It is advisable to identify beforehand a horizon free of obstructions in that direction.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Vic
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:34 UTC | 19:34 | +13.9° | 277.6° |
| Maximum | 18:28 UTC | 20:28 | +4.2° | 286.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:19 UTC | 21:19 | -4.3° | 294.9° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.9°)
Azimuth at C4
294.9° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.29°
Terrain horizon
1.77°
Sun−terrain margin
+2.41°
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 Vic
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turó de l'Home | 1705.8 m | 22.7 km | 139° SE |
| les Agudes | 1705.4 m | 22.1 km | 135° SE |
| Matagalls | 1697.2 m | 17.1 km | 142° SE |
| Puig Sacarbassa | 1681.8 m | 22.2 km | 136° SE |
| Turó de l'Home Mort | 1678.4 m | 22.1 km | 137° SE |
| Turó del Catiu d'Or | 1677.5 m | 22.2 km | 139° SE |
| Puig Sesolles | 1667.3 m | 23.1 km | 139° SE |
| Turó de la Bandera | 1658.3 m | 17.9 km | 142° SE |
Weather in Vic in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
11%
Median cloud cover
21%
P75 — cloudier days
40%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Vic
- Last total eclipseJuly 8, 1842184 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 Vic
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Vic?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Vic.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Vic?
Maximum occurs at 20:28 local time (18:28 UTC) in Vic.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Vic?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Vic.
Is Vic a good place to watch the eclipse?
Vic 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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