Xirivella
39.466°, -0.426° · 35 m a.s.l.
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The Sun clears local terrain by 4.11° 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 Xirivella
Xirivella is a municipality in the province of Valencia, in the Valencian Community, with just over 30,000 inhabitants. Located just 35 meters above sea level, it sits within the metropolitan area of Valencia, to the west of the city. Its flat location and proximity to the Mediterranean Sea give it a typically Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers. It is part of the l'Horta corridor, the fertile agricultural plain that has historically supplied the capital of Valencia.
For this eclipse
The total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026 will reach its maximum in Xirivella at 20:32 local time, when the Sun will have already descended considerably toward the horizon. Totality—contact C3—will occur with the Sun at 4.5 degrees altitude and a margin of 4.1 degrees above the local topographic horizon, making it visible but low. It is essential to choose an observation point with a clear horizon toward the west-northwest (azimuth 286°).
The weather in August
August in Xirivella is the sunniest month of the year: average temperatures hover around 26 °C, with typical highs of 31 °C and lows of 21 °C. The probability of clear skies reaches 72 % and the month accumulates about 300 hours of sunshine. Precipitation is scarce, with only 12 mm of monthly average, although the risk of afternoon thunderstorms is moderate and should be taken into account when planning observations. Data: AEMET (1991-2020).
Past eclipses
The last total eclipse visible from Xirivella occurred on July 18, 1860, 166 years ago, with a totality of just over one and a half minutes. More recently, on October 3, 2005, an annular eclipse covered 90 % of the Sun for almost four minutes. After the eclipses of 2026, 2027, and 2028, you will have to wait until July 13, 2075 to witness the next annular eclipse, with an obscuration of 87 %.
Direction and altitude of the Sun
At the moment of the eclipse's maximum on August 12, 2026 at 20:32, the Sun will be positioned 4.5 degrees above the horizon in the west-northwest direction, with an azimuth of 286°. It is the hour when the Sun, already low on the horizon, begins its final descent toward the Mediterranean sunset. From Xirivella, any obstacle—building, tree, or embankment—oriented in that direction could compromise the observation of totality.
Editorial text by eclipses.app · Data: Wikidata, AEMET, NASA and astronomy-engine.
Eclipse schedule in Xirivella
| Phase | UTC | Local time | Sun alt. | Sun az. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1 — Partial begins | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 | +14.8° | 277.2° |
| C2 — Totality begins | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.7° | 285.5° |
| Maximum | 18:32 UTC | 20:32 | +4.6° | 285.5° |
| C3 — Totality ends | 18:33 UTC | 20:33 | +4.5° | 285.6° |
| C4 — Partial ends | 19:24 UTC | 21:24 | -4.3° | 293.7° |
Sun direction and altitude at C4
Look toward WNW (293.7°)
Azimuth at C4
293.7° WNW
Sun altitude at C4
-4.27°
Terrain horizon
0.40°
Sun−terrain margin
+4.11°
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 Xirivella
| Peak | Elevation | Distance | Azimuth |
|---|---|---|---|
| la Gorrissa | 586 m | 24.1 km | 356° N |
| Mola de Segart | 565 m | 23.2 km | 10° N |
| Puntal de la Mallada | 551 m | 23.8 km | 6° N |
| Puntal del Salt | 537 m | 23.4 km | 7° N |
| Montcúdio | 524 m | 23.0 km | 4° N |
| Montcúdio | 520 m | 23.2 km | 5° N |
| El Manyo | 513 m | 23.9 km | 4° N |
| el Rodeno de l'Aljub | 511 m | 23.9 km | 8° N |
Weather in Xirivella in August
Avg. temp.
26.3°C
Max / min
31.2° / 21.3°
Precipitation
11.6 mm
Storm risk
Medium
Station VALENCIA AEROPUERTO, 5 km away · Period 1991-2020 · Source: AEMET
Historical cloud cover
P25 — clearer days
5%
Median cloud cover
34%
P75 — cloudier days
51%
Source: ERA5 (ECMWF), 10-year average at the eclipse hour.
Other eclipses seen from Xirivella
- Last total eclipseJuly 18, 1860166 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 Xirivella
Will the eclipse of August 12, 2026 be visible from Xirivella?
Yes — Xirivella is inside the totality path and the horizon allows the total phase to be fully visible.
What time is the eclipse maximum in Xirivella?
Maximum occurs at 20:32 local time (18:32 UTC) in Xirivella.
Which direction to look to watch the eclipse from Xirivella?
Look WNW (azimuth 286°); the Sun will be 5° above the horizon at maximum from Xirivella.
How long does totality last in Xirivella?
Totality lasts 1 min 4 s in Xirivella (C2 to C3).
Is Xirivella a good place to watch the eclipse?
Xirivella 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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