Vigo
42.233°, -8.723° · 86 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 11.99° at peak.
70/100Good
99%
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
See the eclipse from Vigo minute by minute
Compare locations, save your plan and enable cloud alerts.
Photo: derivative work: Kanchelskis (talk) Centro_e_porto_de_Vigo.jpg: User:Dantadd · CC BY-SA 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons
About Vigo
Vigo, Galicia's most populous city, extends at 86 meters altitude above the Atlantic coast of Pontevedra. With a population exceeding 293,000 inhabitants, the port city rises in a region characterized by humid Atlantic climate. Its western coastal location in northwestern Spain provides a particular perspective for celestial phenomena.
For this eclipse
The partial eclipse of August 12, 2026 will reach maximum in Vigo at 20:29 local time. The Sun will be in the west-northwest at an azimuth of 279 degrees, showing an altitude of 11.7 degrees above the horizon. This relatively generous altitude compared to other latitudes facilitates observation from locations with clear western horizon.
The weather in August
August in Vigo maintains characteristics of Galician Atlantic climate. Average temperature is 21.2 degrees Celsius, with highs of 26.1 degrees and lows of 16.4. Precipitation is moderate, registering 37.2 millimeters during the month. Storm risk is high, typical of the Galician region, though clear sky probability is lower than in interior regions.
Past eclipses
Vigo has not witnessed a total eclipse in recorded historic times. However, an annular eclipse was visible 21 years ago, on October 3, 2005, from the city. The next total eclipse Vigo will be able to witness will not occur until October 26, 2144, a lapse of more than a century.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum, the Sun moves toward west-northwest from Vigo, at an altitude of 11.7 degrees above the horizon. Its trajectory follows the typical course of Atlantic sunsets at northern latitudes, slowly descending toward the western horizon. This solar altitude favors sustained observation without requiring as completely clear a horizon as in other cities.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Vigo
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:32 UTC | 19:32 | +22.3° | 270.1° |
| Maximum | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +11.7° | 279.5° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | +2.3° | 288.2° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.2°)
Azimuth at C4
288.2° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.31°
Terrain horizon
-0.26°
Sun−terrain margin
+11.99°
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 Vigo
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eiras | 884 m | 24.9 km | 73° ENE |
| Galleiro | 752 m | 12.7 km | 89° E |
| Galiñeiro | 709 m | 11.0 km | 171° S |
| Galiñeiro Sur | 709 m | 11.8 km | 170° S |
| Coto das Forcadas | 706 m | 11.9 km | 170° S |
| A Galla do Galiñeiro | 694 m | 10.4 km | 173° S |
| O Penedo da Faladoura | 664 m | 10.2 km | 173° S |
| Alto da Fonte do Pobo | 654 m | 11.1 km | 165° SSE |
Weather in Vigo in August
Avg. temp.
21.2°C
Max / min
26.1° / 16.4°
Precipitation
37.2 mm
Storm risk
High
Station VIGO , 0 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
30%
P75 — cloudier days
88%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Vigo
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next total eclipseOctober 26, 2144
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Vigo
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Vigo?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Vigo.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Vigo?
Maximum occurs at 20:30 local time (18:30 UTC) in Vigo.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Vigo?
Look West (azimuth 279°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Vigo.
Is Vigo a good place to watch the eclipse?
Vigo 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.
Nearby cities
All cities in Galicia →Where to stay in Vigo
For the August 12 eclipse. Recommended stay: Aug 10–14, 2026.
Search lodging on Booking →Affiliate link · no extra cost to you
Embed this eclipse on your site
Generate the code to embed the eclipse widget on your hotel, town hall or blog website.
<iframe src="https://eclipses.app/embed/widget?lat=42.2328&lon=-8.7226&size=standard&theme=dark&locale=en" width="320" height="340" frameborder="0" loading="lazy" title="Eclipse 2026"></iframe>Share it to help others find out if they'll see the eclipse