Total solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 in Melbourne
In Melbourne, Australia, the total solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 will be partial, with 81% of the sun covered at maximum, at 13:52 (local time). It begins at 12:32 and ends at 15:07; at maximum, the sun is 29° above the horizon, in the north-northwest.
To see totality, you need to travel about 630 km to the northeast (Australia).
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Eclipse times in Melbourne (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 12:32 | 32° | north (358°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 13:52 | 29° | north-northwest (337°) |
| Eclipse ends | 15:07 | 21° | northwest (320°) |
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 Melbourne?
It begins at 12:32, peaks at 13:52 and ends at 15:07, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Melbourne?
81% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Melbourne?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 630 km to the northeast (Australia).
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