Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Prague
In Prague, Czechia, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 42% of the sun covered at maximum, at 11:14 (local time). It begins at 10:14 and ends at 12:16; at maximum, the sun is 50° above the horizon, in the southeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 1,640 km to the south-southwest (Tunisia).
See the eclipse from Prague in 3D →
Eclipse times in Prague (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 10:14 | 43° | east-southeast (117°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 11:14 | 50° | southeast (135°) |
| Eclipse ends | 12:16 | 56° | south-southeast (158°) |
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 Prague?
It begins at 10:14, peaks at 11:14 and ends at 12:16, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Prague?
42% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Prague?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 1,640 km to the south-southwest (Tunisia).
Worldwide map and times for this eclipse → · Sunrise and sunset in Prague →