Total solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 in Nouméa
In Nouméa, New Caledonia, the total solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 will be partial, with 36% of the sun covered at maximum, at 15:15 (local time). It begins at 14:12 and ends at 16:12; at maximum, the sun is 26° above the horizon, in the northwest.
To see totality, you need to travel about 1,840 km to the southwest.
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Eclipse times in Nouméa (local time)
| Phase | Time | Altitude | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 14:12 | 37° | northwest (320°) |
| Maximum eclipse | 15:15 | 26° | northwest (308°) |
| Eclipse ends | 16:12 | 15° | west-northwest (300°) |
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 Nouméa?
It begins at 14:12, peaks at 15:15 and ends at 16:12, local time.
How much of the sun will be covered in Nouméa?
36% at maximum: the eclipse is partial there.
Will totality be visible from Nouméa?
No. To see totality, you need to travel about 1,840 km to the southwest.
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