Total solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 in Chennai
In Chennai, India, the total solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 will be partial, with 5% of the sun covered at maximum, at 06:51 (local time). It begins at 06:22 and ends at 07:21; at maximum, the sun is 13° above the horizon, in the east-northeast.
To see totality, you need to travel about 3,070 km to the south-southeast.
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Eclipse times in Chennai (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 06:22 | 6° | east-northeast (71°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 06:51 | 13° | east-northeast (72°) |
| Eclipse ends | 07:21 | 20° | east-northeast (73°) |
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 22 July 2028 in Chennai?
It begins at 06:22, peaks at 06:51 and ends at 07:21, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Chennai?
5% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Chennai?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 3,070 km to the south-southeast.
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