Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Reykjavik
In Reykjavik, Iceland, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 6% of the sun covered at maximum, at 08:59 (local time). It begins at 08:30 and ends at 09:27; at maximum, the sun is 25° above the horizon, in the east-southeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 3,190 km to the south-southeast.
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Eclipse times in Reykjavik (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 08:30 | 22° | east (95°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 08:59 | 25° | east-southeast (101°) |
| Eclipse ends | 09:27 | 28° | east-southeast (108°) |
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 Reykjavik?
It begins at 08:30, peaks at 08:59 and ends at 09:27, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Reykjavik?
6% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Reykjavik?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 3,190 km to the south-southeast.
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