Solar Eclipse 2026
Solar Eclipse in Jerez de la Frontera
Partial August 12, 2026 — Andalucía
On August 12, 2026, Jerez de la Frontera will experience a partial solar eclipse with 93.4% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 20:38 local time, with the sun 7° above the western horizon. While totality won't be reached from this location, the partial eclipse will be clearly visible with certified eclipse glasses. With the sun this low, choose a viewing spot with a clear horizon. Use Heliora to check whether terrain blocks your view. All times on this page are computed from a precision astronomical engine.
19:43
Partial begins
20:38
Maximum
21:30
Partial ends
93.4%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
7°
Sun altitude
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Monthly Light Times in Jerez de la Frontera
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden Hour (AM/PM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:36 | 18:32 | 39m / 39m |
| February | 08:12 | 19:04 | 36m / 36m |
| March | 07:35 | 19:31 | 34m / 34m |
| April | 07:50 | 20:58 | 35m / 35m |
| May | 07:17 | 21:24 | 37m / 37m |
| June | 07:05 | 21:44 | 38m / 38m |
| July | 07:17 | 21:43 | 38m / 38m |
| August | 07:41 | 21:15 | 35m / 35m |
| September | 08:06 | 20:32 | 34m / 34m |
| October | 08:31 | 19:48 | 35m / 35m |
| November | 08:02 | 18:15 | 38m / 38m |
| December | 08:29 | 18:09 | 40m / 40m |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Jerez de la Frontera?
- The partial phase begins at 19:43 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 20:38.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Jerez de la Frontera?
- From Jerez de la Frontera the eclipse will be partial, with 93.4% of the sun's disc obscured.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Jerez de la Frontera?
- The sun will be at 7° altitude at maximum eclipse. Since it will be quite low, make sure you have a clear view toward the western.
- Do I need special glasses to watch the eclipse?
- Yes, you always need ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses to safely observe a partial eclipse.
- Will the sun be above the horizon during the eclipse in Jerez de la Frontera?
- Yes, the sun will be at 7° altitude at maximum. Since it will be quite low toward the western, find a spot with a clear horizon or use Heliora to check if mountains or buildings block your view.
- How long does totality last?
- From this location the eclipse is partial (93.4% obscuration), so there is no totality phase.
- Which direction should I face during the eclipse?
- At maximum eclipse, the sun will be toward the western at roughly 283° azimuth. Make sure you have a clear view in that direction.