Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Kolkata
In Kolkata, India, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 6% of the sun covered at maximum, at 16:43 (local time). It begins at 16:14 and ends at 17:11; at maximum, the sun is 20° above the horizon, in the west-northwest.
To see totality, you need to travel about 3,390 km to the south-southwest.
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Eclipse times in Kolkata (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 16:14 | 27° | west (279°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 16:43 | 20° | west-northwest (282°) |
| Eclipse ends | 17:11 | 14° | west-northwest (284°) |
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 Kolkata?
It begins at 16:14, peaks at 16:43 and ends at 17:11, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Kolkata?
6% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Kolkata?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 3,390 km to the south-southwest.
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