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Total solar eclipse expected over Egypt and Spain on August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, a total solar eclipse will cross parts of the world, including Spain and North Africa.
A total eclipse happens when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun and fully blocks the Sun from view in some places.
Totality could last more than six minutes in some areas, making this one of the longest total eclipses visible from land before 2114.
In Egypt, the eclipse is expected to be visible in Luxor, Asyut and Siwa Oasis, with Luxor’s total phase lasting about six minutes and 23 seconds.
The long period of darkness will give observers a chance to see the Sun’s outer atmosphere, called the corona.
During the partial phases before and after totality, viewers must use eclipse glasses that meet safety standards because ordinary sunglasses do not protect the eyes.
A total solar eclipse is expected on August 2, 2027, with its path crossing Spain and parts of North Africa.
In Egypt, the total phase is expected to last about six minutes and 23 seconds in Luxor, according to one source.
The eclipse is described as the longest total solar eclipse visible from land until 2114.
The eclipse is expected to be visible from Luxor, Asyut and Siwa Oasis in Egypt.
Observers are advised not to look directly at the Sun without eclipse glasses that meet safety standards.
- Who
- People in parts of Spain and North Africa, including Egypt, will be able to observe the eclipse.
- What
- A total solar eclipse is expected, with totality lasting more than six minutes in some areas.
- When
- August 2, 2027.
- Where
- The path crosses Spain and parts of North Africa; in Egypt, it includes Luxor, Asyut and Siwa Oasis.
- Why
- The Moon will pass between Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun completely from some areas.
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The eclipse is expected to begin as a partial eclipse in Luxor local time.
The total phase is expected to begin in Luxor.
The eclipse is expected to reach its peak in Luxor.
- Date
- August 2, 2027
- Luxor totality
- About 6 minutes and 23 seconds, according to one source
- Path
- Spain and parts of North Africa
- Egypt viewing locations
- Luxor, Asyut and Siwa Oasis
- Visibility record
- Described as the longest total solar eclipse visible from land until 2114