Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Athens
In Athens, Greece, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 78% of the sun covered at maximum, at 12:32 (local time). It begins at 11:16 and ends at 13:49; at maximum, the sun is 66° above the horizon, in the southeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 620 km to the south-southwest (Libya).
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Eclipse times in Athens (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 11:16 | 54° | east-southeast (115°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 12:32 | 66° | southeast (144°) |
| Eclipse ends | 13:49 | 69° | south-southwest (193°) |
Safe viewing
Never look at the sun without eye protection, even when it is almost completely covered: use eclipse glasses that meet the ISO 12312-2 standard, a solar filter over the front of your lens, or project the sun through a pinhole. Sunglasses do not protect your eyes. Only totality, during its few minutes, is safe to watch with the naked eye.
Frequently asked questions
What time is the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Athens?
It begins at 11:16, peaks at 12:32 and ends at 13:49, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Athens?
78% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Athens?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 620 km to the south-southwest (Libya).
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