Vilagarcía de Arousa
42.596°, -8.764° · 10 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99.6% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 11.32° at peak.
75/100Very good
99.6%
Partial eclipse · 99.6% obscuration
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About Vilagarcía de Arousa
Vilagarcía de Arousa is a city in Pontevedra province, in Galicia, with just over 37,500 inhabitants. Situated barely 10 meters above sea level, it sits on the eastern shore of the Ría de Arousa, the largest of the Rías Baixas. Its coastal position grants it an open western horizon over the waters, a feature that proves relevant for astronomical observation when the Sun orients westward at dusk.
For this eclipse
On August 12, 2026, Vilagarcía de Arousa will experience a partial solar eclipse with maximum at 20:29, local time. The Sun will be at nearly 12 degrees of altitude above the horizon, with a margin of more than 11 degrees with respect to the surrounding terrain, ensuring unobstructed visibility. This is a partial phenomenon: the Moon will cover only a portion of the solar disk. It is essential to use certified filters throughout the observation.
The weather in August
August in Vilagarcía de Arousa is characterized by low storm risk, according to AEMET climate data from the 1991–2020 period. The Atlantic influence of the Rías Baixas can generate variable skies throughout the day, though summer afternoons tend to stabilize. The time of eclipse maximum, at 20:29, coincides with a late afternoon window when convective activity typically subsides.
Past eclipses
The most recent annular eclipse visible from Vilagarcía de Arousa occurred on October 3, 2005, twenty-one years ago. In that event the Moon covered around 90 percent of the solar disk and the annular phase lasted four minutes. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, one must wait until February 27, 2082 for the next annular eclipse to cross this part of Galicia.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At maximum, the Sun will be positioned at 11.9 degrees of altitude and at an azimuth of 279 degrees, practically due west with a slight inclination toward the north. Looking toward the Atlantic Ocean, toward the head of the ría, the Sun will remain well visible above the coastline and water surface, offering an unobstructed horizon for observation.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Vilagarcía de Arousa
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:32 UTC | 19:32 | +22.4° | 269.8° |
| Maximum | 18:29 UTC | 20:29 | +11.9° | 279.3° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:23 UTC | 21:23 | +2.5° | 288.1° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (288.1°)
Azimuth at C4
288.1° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
2.54°
Terrain horizon
0.62°
Sun−terrain margin
+11.32°
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 Vilagarcía de Arousa
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Gregos | 754 m | 21.5 km | 96° E |
| Pena Redonda | 717 m | 25.0 km | 94° E |
| Iroite | 687 m | 19.8 km | 318° NW |
| Iroite | 684 m | 19.7 km | 318° NW |
| Pico Xesteiras | 681 m | 16.7 km | 58° ENE |
| Monte Muralla | 674.4 m | 16.6 km | 356° N |
| A Muralla | 666 m | 16.6 km | 357° N |
| O Salgueiro | 658 m | 16.2 km | 355° N |
Weather in Vilagarcía de Arousa in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
10%
P75 — cloudier days
19%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Vilagarcía de Arousa
- Last annular eclipseOctober 3, 200521 years ago
- Next annular eclipseFebruary 27, 2082
Solar eclipses computed from astronomical ephemerides for the city's coordinates.
Frequently asked questions about the eclipse in Vilagarcía de Arousa
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Vilagarcía de Arousa?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99.6% covered at maximum from Vilagarcía de Arousa.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Vilagarcía de Arousa?
Maximum occurs at 20:29 local time (18:29 UTC) in Vilagarcía de Arousa.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Vilagarcía de Arousa?
Look West (azimuth 279°); the Sun will be 12° above the horizon at maximum from Vilagarcía de Arousa.
Is Vilagarcía de Arousa a good place to watch the eclipse?
Yes, Vilagarcía de Arousa is an excellent choice (score 75/100): favorable geometry, clear horizon, and good August climatology.
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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