Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Bangalore
In Bangalore, India, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 39% of the sun covered at maximum, at 16:53 (local time). It begins at 15:58 and ends at 17:43; at maximum, the sun is 26° above the horizon, in the west-northwest.
To see totality, you need to travel about 1,880 km to the southwest.
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Eclipse times in Bangalore (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 15:58 | 39° | west-northwest (283°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 16:53 | 26° | west-northwest (284°) |
| Eclipse ends | 17:43 | 14° | west-northwest (285°) |
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 Bangalore?
It begins at 15:58, peaks at 16:53 and ends at 17:43, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Bangalore?
39% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Bangalore?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 1,880 km to the southwest.
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