Total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Saint Petersburg
In Saint Petersburg, Russia, the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 will be partial, with 6% of the sun covered at maximum, at 12:30 (local time). It begins at 11:56 and ends at 13:03; at maximum, the sun is 47° above the horizon, in the south-southeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 3,030 km to the south-southwest.
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Eclipse times in Saint Petersburg (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 11:56 | 46° | south-southeast (156°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 12:30 | 47° | south-southeast (168°) |
| Eclipse ends | 13:03 | 48° | south (180°) |
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 Saint Petersburg?
It begins at 11:56, peaks at 12:30 and ends at 13:03, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Saint Petersburg?
6% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Saint Petersburg?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 3,030 km to the south-southwest.
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