Solar Eclipse 2027
Solar Eclipse 2027 in Sohar, Oman
Partial August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, Sohar will experience a partial solar eclipse with 52.08% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 14:47 local time, with the sun 55° above the W 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.
13:37
Partial begins
14:47
Maximum
15:50
Partial ends
52.08%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
55°
Sun altitude
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Sohar?
- The partial phase begins at 13:37 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 14:47.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Sohar?
- From Sohar the eclipse will be partial, with 52.08% 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 Sohar?
- The sun will be at 55° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the W. 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.