Solar Eclipse 2027
Solar Eclipse 2027 in Berbera, Somalia
Partial August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, Berbera will experience a partial solar eclipse with 88.95% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 13:55 local time, with the sun 63° above the WNW 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.
12:33
Partial begins
13:55
Maximum
15:08
Partial ends
88.95%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
63°
Sun altitude
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Berbera?
- The partial phase begins at 12:33 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 13:55.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Berbera?
- From Berbera the eclipse will be partial, with 88.95% 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 Berbera?
- The sun will be at 63° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the WNW. 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.