Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Lyon
In Lyon, France, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 63% of the sun covered at maximum, at 11:02 (local time). It begins at 09:58 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 1,050 km to the south (Algeria).
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Eclipse times in Lyon (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 09:58 | 35° | east (101°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 11:02 | 46° | east-southeast (116°) |
| Eclipse ends | 12:11 | 56° | southeast (137°) |
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 Lyon?
It begins at 09:58, peaks at 11:02 and ends at 12:11, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Lyon?
63% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Lyon?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 1,050 km to the south (Algeria).
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