Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Riyadh
In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 76% of the sun covered at maximum, at 13:32 (local time). It begins at 12:13 and ends at 14:44; at maximum, the sun is 67° above the horizon, in the west-southwest.
To see totality, you need to travel about 700 km to the southwest (Saudi Arabia).
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Eclipse times in Riyadh (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 12:13 | 82° | south-southwest (205°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 13:32 | 67° | west-southwest (257°) |
| Eclipse ends | 14:44 | 51° | west (268°) |
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 Riyadh?
It begins at 12:13, peaks at 13:32 and ends at 14:44, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Riyadh?
76% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Riyadh?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 700 km to the southwest (Saudi Arabia).
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