About Total Solar Eclipse — Aug 2, 2027
The total solar eclipse of August 2, 2027 will be the one the history books remember: up to 6 minutes 23 seconds of totality near Luxor, Egypt — the longest totality on land between 1991 and 2114. The countdown above targets greatest eclipse at 10:07 UTC.
The path of totality begins in the Atlantic, crosses the Strait of Gibraltar — clipping southern Spain including Cádiz and Málaga — then runs along North Africa through Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and Egypt, where the Nile Valley and the temples of Luxor sit almost dead-center under the deepest shadow. The path continues across the Red Sea into Saudi Arabia, Yemen and the Horn of Africa.
August in Upper Egypt offers near-certain clear skies, which is why astronomers rate this among the most viewable great eclipses ever — and why Egypt is preparing for possibly the largest eclipse gathering in history, with the pyramids and ancient temples as a backdrop. Six minutes of darkness is extraordinary: most totalities last two to three minutes. If there is one eclipse to travel for in your lifetime, it is this one.
FAQ
When is the 2027 total solar eclipse?
August 2, 2027, with greatest eclipse at 10:07 UTC near Luxor, Egypt — late morning local time.
Why is the 2027 eclipse special?
Totality lasts up to 6 minutes 23 seconds — the longest on land this century, nearly triple a typical total eclipse.
Where is the best place to watch it?
Upper Egypt around Luxor offers the longest totality and statistically near-perfect August weather; southern Spain and the North African coast are also in the path.
What countries see totality in 2027?
Spain (south), Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Somalia, with a partial eclipse across most of Europe, Africa and the Middle East.