Solar Eclipse 2027
Solar Eclipse 2027 in Puttalam, Sri Lanka
Partial August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, Puttalam will experience a partial solar eclipse with 49.06% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 17:00 local time, with the sun 21° above the WNW horizon. While totality won't be reached here, the partial eclipse will be clearly visible with certified eclipse glasses. With the sun at 21°, 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.
16:04
Partial begins
17:00
Maximum
17:51
Partial ends
49.06%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
21°
Sun altitude
See exactly what the August 2, 2027 eclipse will look like from Puttalam — 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 Puttalam?
- The partial phase begins at 16:04 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 17:00.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Puttalam?
- From Puttalam the eclipse will be partial, with 49.06% 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 Puttalam?
- The sun will be at 21° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the WNW.
- 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.