TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE · 2 AUGUST 2027
Total Solar Eclipse — 2 August 2027
A total solar eclipse occurs on 2 August 2027.
Its central path crosses southern Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen and northern Somalia.
The practical question is whether an exact point is central, when the local phases occur and which way the Sun will be.
Local times vary by coordinate.
The central phase exists only inside the path.
NASA central maximum; local duration can be shorter.
Global UTC reference, not a local time.
Stand here. Look this way.
SunPoint supports Eclipse mode for the 2 August 2027 event. Drop a pin or use your location to check local eclipse direction, solar azimuth, altitude and the map direction line where the calculation layer supports it.
- Local eclipse type where supported
- Maximum phase direction
- Solar altitude and azimuth
- Horizon planning from your pin
Path provenance is NASA GSFC; SunPoint calculates local circumstances with Astronomy Engine.
Where the eclipse is central
The central path crosses southern Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen and northern Somalia.
Only observers inside that narrow corridor see the Moon fully cover the bright solar surface.
From a global path to a real position
A global map does not validate an entire city. SunPoint calculates local type, time, altitude and azimuth at the selected pin.
Maximum-duration context
NASA gives a maximum central duration of about 6m 23s, with greatest eclipse near 10:07:49 UTC. Local duration is usually shorter.
Solar viewing safety
Use suitable eclipse glasses or a safe indirect method throughout every partial phase. Ordinary sunglasses and cloud are not eye protection.
Only observers confirmed inside complete totality may remove solar viewers during the brief fully total phase, and protection must be restored before any bright solar surface reappears.
Authoritative sources and safety
Use authoritative eclipse data before travel and use proper solar-viewing protection during partial phases.
Photography and horizon tips
- Verify exact coordinates.
- Check solar azimuth and altitude.
- Use suitable solar-viewing protection.
Frequently asked questions
Find your eclipse direction
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