Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Bordeaux
In Bordeaux, France, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 68% of the sun covered at maximum, at 10:56 (local time). It begins at 09:52 and ends at 12:04; at maximum, the sun is 42° above the horizon, in the east-southeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 920 km to the south.
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Eclipse times in Bordeaux (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 09:52 | 31° | east (95°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 10:56 | 42° | east-southeast (108°) |
| Eclipse ends | 12:04 | 53° | southeast (126°) |
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 Bordeaux?
It begins at 09:52, peaks at 10:56 and ends at 12:04, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Bordeaux?
68% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Bordeaux?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 920 km to the south.
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