Villajoyosa
38.508°, -0.233° · 39 m a.s.l.
Visible
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
The Sun clears local terrain by 1.73° at peak.
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99%
Partial eclipse · 99% obscuration
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About Villajoyosa
Villajoyosa is a coastal municipality in the province of Alicante, in the Valencian Community, with roughly 33,800 inhabitants. Located 39 metres above sea level, it stretches along the Mediterranean coast between Benidorm and the provincial capital. Its position on the front line of the coast offers wide horizons towards the open sea, making it a favourable observation point for astronomical phenomena that require visibility towards the western horizon.
For this eclipse
On 12 August 2026, Villajoyosa will experience a partial solar eclipse. Maximum phase will occur at 20:34 local time, when the Sun will be just 4° above the horizon and in the west-northwest direction. Despite this very low angle, topographic profile data indicate that the Sun will remain visible with a margin of 1.6° above the horizon. It is important to choose an observation point with a clear view in that direction so as not to miss the phenomenon.
The weather in August
According to AEMET climatological data for the period 1991–2020, August in Villajoyosa presents a low risk of storms. The Alicante coast enjoys notable atmospheric stability in summer, characteristic of the dry and hot Mediterranean climate of this coastal region. These conditions are favourable for observing the eclipse in the open air, although it is recommended to check the local forecast in the days before, especially given the low Sun altitude at the time of maximum.
Past eclipses
The most recent total eclipse visible from Villajoyosa dates from 28 May 1900, 126 years ago, with a totality phase of just 35 seconds. Closer in time is the annular eclipse of 3 October 2005, which covered 90.4 % of the solar disk with an annular phase of 228 seconds. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027 and 2028, the next annular event from this location would not arrive until 13 July 2075.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the instant of maximum phase, at 20:34 local time on 12 August, the Sun will be in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 286°. Its altitude above the horizon will be only 4°, a very grazing position that makes it especially important to choose a clear location facing the sea or towards any unobstructed space in that direction. The low Sun altitude also intensifies atmospheric refraction, which can slightly alter the visual appearance of the eclipse.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Villajoyosa
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:39 UTC | 19:39 | +14.2° | 277.8° |
| Maximum | 18:34 UTC | 20:34 | +4.0° | 285.9° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:25 UTC | 21:25 | -5.0° | 294.0° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (294.0°)
Azimuth at C4
294.0° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-5.02°
Terrain horizon
2.23°
Sun−terrain margin
+1.73°
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 Villajoyosa
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aitana | 1559.4 m | 16.0 km | 350° N |
| Aitana Oriental | 1549 m | 16.0 km | 352° N |
| Penya Alta | 1504 m | 15.8 km | 356° N |
| Moleta d’Aitana | 1466 m | 17.5 km | 341° NNW |
| Alt de Tagarina | 1434 m | 15.8 km | 358° N |
| el Puigcampana | 1408 m | 10.6 km | 19° NNE |
| Pla de la Casa | 1385 m | 23.5 km | 351° N |
| la Mallada del Llop | 1361 m | 23.1 km | 358° N |
Weather in Villajoyosa in August
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
0%
Median cloud cover
5%
P75 — cloudier days
78%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Villajoyosa
- Last total eclipseMay 28, 1900126 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 Villajoyosa
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Villajoyosa?
Yes, partial eclipse: the Sun will be 99% covered at maximum from Villajoyosa.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Villajoyosa?
Maximum occurs at 20:34 local time (18:34 UTC) in Villajoyosa.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Villajoyosa?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 4° above the horizon at maximum from Villajoyosa.
Is Villajoyosa a good place to watch the eclipse?
Villajoyosa is a good option (score 60/100): 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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