Vila-seca
41.111°, 1.148° · 40 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 3.12° at C3.
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You'll see full totality, but the Sun will set before the partial phase ends — an unusually epic finale.
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About Vila-seca
Vila-seca is a municipality in the province of Tarragona, in Catalonia, with just over 20,000 inhabitants and an altitude of around 40 meters above sea level. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it is part of the Tarragona metropolitan area and borders the Camp de Tarragona. Its origins date back to the 13th century and its territory combines urban areas near the coast with agricultural lands inland.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Vila-seca will be within the path of totality. The Sun will reach maximum eclipse at 20:29, when it will be just 4.3° above the horizon, in the west-northwest direction (azimuth 286°). With a margin of 3° above the topographic horizon, totality will be visible from the city, though it will be essential to have an unobstructed horizon toward the west to avoid missing the phenomenon.
The weather in August
August in Vila-seca is warm and stable, with average temperatures of 25°C and highs typically around 30°C, according to AEMET records for the period 1991–2020. The probability of clear skies stands at around 66%, which favors observation, and the month accumulates roughly 276 hours of sunshine. Precipitation is scarce, around 36 mm on average, though the risk of summer thunderstorms is moderate.
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Vila-seca occurred on May 12, 1706, more than three centuries ago. The most recent annular eclipse dates to November 11, 1901, 125 years ago. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, you will have to wait until July 13, 2075 to see the next annular eclipse from this area, and until November 17, 2180 for the next total.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of maximum eclipse, at 20:29, the Sun will be 4.3° above the horizon, a height roughly equivalent to the width of three fingers held at arm's length. Its position will be to the west-northwest, with an azimuth of 286°. At that time of afternoon the Sun will be approaching sunset, so choosing a location with an unobstructed horizon in that direction will be key to not missing totality.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Vila-seca
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:35 UTC | 19:35 | +14.4° | 277.3° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +4.5° | 285.8° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +4.4° | 285.9° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:30 UTC | 20:30 | +4.3° | 286.0° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:21 UTC | 21:21 | -4.2° | 294.4° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.4°)
Azimuth at C4
294.4° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.17°
Terrain horizon
1.22°
Sun−terrain margin
+3.12°
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 Vila-seca
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mola d'Estat | 1127.3 m | 25.0 km | 343° NNW |
| Tossal Galliner | 1102.7 m | 25.0 km | 339° NNW |
| Roca dels Corbs | 1095.7 m | 24.9 km | 333° NNW |
| Puig Pelat | 1075.8 m | 18.9 km | 336° NNW |
| Mola de Roquerola | 1058 m | 24.3 km | 344° NNW |
| Puig de la Torre | 1054.9 m | 18.1 km | 335° NNW |
| Pic Cantacorbs | 1050 m | 18.8 km | 335° NNW |
| Tossal del Xanda | 1036 m | 20.0 km | 335° NNW |
Weather in Vila-seca in August
Avg. temp.
25.2°C
Max / min
30.2° / 20.1°
Precipitation
36.5 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station REUS AEROPUERTO, 4 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
8%
Median cloud cover
21%
P75 — cloudier days
27%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Vila-seca
- Last total eclipseMay 12, 1706320 years ago
- Last annular eclipseNovember 11, 1901125 years ago
- Next total eclipseNovember 17, 2180
- Next annular eclipseJuly 13, 2075
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Vila-seca
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Vila-seca?
Yes — Vila-seca is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Vila-seca?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Vila-seca.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Vila-seca?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Vila-seca.
How long does totality last in Vila-seca?
Totality lasts 1 min 8 s in Vila-seca (C2 to C3).
Is Vila-seca a good place to watch the eclipse?
Vila-seca 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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