Solar Eclipse 2027
Solar Eclipse 2027 in Balad, Iraq
Partial August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, Balad will experience a partial solar eclipse with 54.07% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 13:12 local time, with the sun 69° above the SW horizon. While totality won't be reached here, the partial eclipse will be clearly visible with certified eclipse glasses. Use Heliora to preview the eclipse from any vantage point — see the sun's exact position, the duration of each phase, and how the sky changes around you. All times computed from a precision astronomical engine.
11:59
Partial begins
13:12
Maximum
14:21
Partial ends
54.07%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
69°
Sun altitude
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Balad?
- The partial phase begins at 11:59 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 13:12.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Balad?
- From Balad the eclipse will be partial, with 54.07% of the sun's disc obscured.
- Do I need special glasses?
- Yes — you always need ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses to safely observe a partial eclipse.
- How high will the sun be during the eclipse in Balad?
- The sun will be at 69° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the SW. The sun will be high in the sky, so terrain blocking is unlikely to be a concern.
- How long is the August 2, 2027 eclipse?
- The partial eclipse lasts about 2-3 hours from first contact to last. Maximum coverage is brief — usually a few minutes around peak.