Madrid 🇪🇸 — 82% partial eclipse · 26 Jan 2028
On 26 Jan 2028, Madrid sees a 82% partial eclipse, with maximum at 17:55 CET, the Sun 4° above the horizon.
To see the ring of fire, the nearest place on our list inside the path is Córdoba (7m 13s), about 300 km to the south.
Local circumstances
MadridFirst contact (C1)
16:36 CET
partial begins
Maximum eclipse
17:55 CET
82% of the Sun covered
Last contact (C4)
19:06 CET
partial ends
Sun altitude at max
4°
azimuth 241°
Questions about Madrid
FAQWill Madrid see the ring of fire on 26 Jan 2028?
No. Madrid sees a 82% partial eclipse, with maximum at 17:55 CET. The nearest annularity on our list is at Córdoba: 7m 13s, about 300 km to the south.
What time is the eclipse in Madrid?
It begins at 16:36 CET, reaches maximum at 17:55 CET and ends at 19:06 CET, local time.
How high is the Sun during the eclipse in Madrid?
4° above the horizon at maximum, towards the south-west. That is low: find a spot with a clear, flat view in that direction.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Madrid?
Yes, the whole time: a partial eclipse is never safe to look at with the naked eye. Use certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses or a safe projection.
Umbra, totality, contact times and other eclipse words are explained in the eclipse glossary.
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Eye safety
An annular eclipse is never safe to view without certified eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2) — the ring of Sun stays blinding throughout. Full guide →
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Times computed byOrbital Radar's eclipse engine · Madrid (40.42, -3.70)· last recomputed 23 Oct 2026