Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Besançon
In Besançon, France, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 56% of the sun covered at maximum, at 11:04 (local time). It begins at 10:01 and ends at 12:11; at maximum, the sun is 46° above the horizon, in the east-southeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 1,220 km to the south (Algeria).
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Eclipse times in Besançon (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 10:01 | 36° | east-southeast (104°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 11:04 | 46° | east-southeast (119°) |
| Eclipse ends | 12:11 | 55° | southeast (140°) |
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 Besançon?
It begins at 10:01, peaks at 11:04 and ends at 12:11, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Besançon?
56% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Besançon?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 1,220 km to the south (Algeria).
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