Eclipse
Total solar eclipse, 2 August 2027
On 2 August 2027 the Moon passes exactly in front of the Sun. Along a narrow track the Sun is covered completely; everywhere else in the shaded area the eclipse is partial.
Never look at the Sun without certified eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2); ordinary sunglasses do not protect your eyes.
Key facts
- Maximum
- Type
- Total solar eclipse
- Magnitude
- 1.08
- Obscuration at maximum
- 100%
- Duration at the greatest point
- 6 min 27 s
- Path width
- 261 km
- Point of greatest eclipse
- 25.5° N, 33.2° E
- Sun
- Leo, 10°
Where you can see it
- Partial eclipse visible
- Path of the central shadow (true width)
- Point of greatest eclipse
- Reference places
In your place
Choose one of the reference places or use the location of your device. Times are in your time zone.
From London: partial solar eclipse, 42% of the Sun covered at maximum.
| Moment | Time | Altitude |
|---|---|---|
| Partial eclipse begins | 32° above the horizon | |
| Maximum | 40° above the horizon | |
| Partial eclipse ends | 48° above the horizon |
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Land areas: Natural Earth (public domain). Visibility: calculated with Astronomy Engine on a grid of 2°.
Other eclipses
- Previous solar eclipse: Annular solar eclipse, 6 February 2027
- Next solar eclipse: Annular solar eclipse, 26 January 2028
- Nearest lunar eclipse: Partial lunar eclipse, 12 January 2028