Solar Eclipse 2027
Solar Eclipse 2027 in Glace Bay, Canada
Partial August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, Glace Bay will experience a partial solar eclipse with 26.43% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 05:40 local time, with the sun -1° above the ENE horizon. While totality won't be reached here, the partial eclipse will be clearly visible with certified eclipse glasses. With the sun at -1°, local terrain or buildings could affect your view — use Heliora's 3D sky simulation to check from your exact spot. All times computed from a precision astronomical engine.
05:02
Partial begins
05:40
Maximum
06:20
Partial ends
26.43%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
-1°
Sun altitude
See exactly what the August 2, 2027 eclipse will look like from Glace Bay — sun position, peak altitude, and a 3D sky simulation from any vantage point you pick
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Glace Bay?
- The partial phase begins at 05:02 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 05:40.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Glace Bay?
- From Glace Bay the eclipse will be partial, with 26.43% 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 Glace Bay?
- The sun will be at -1° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the ENE. Since it will be quite low, find a spot with a clear horizon.
- 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.