Solar Eclipse 2027
Solar Eclipse 2027 in Tahoua, Niger
Partial August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, Tahoua will experience a partial solar eclipse with 23.98% of the sun's disc obscured. Maximum eclipse occurs at 10:10 local time, with the sun 53° above the E 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.
09:09
Partial begins
10:10
Maximum
11:17
Partial ends
23.98%
Obscuration
Partial
Type
53°
Sun altitude
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is the solar eclipse in Tahoua?
- The partial phase begins at 09:09 local time. Maximum eclipse is at 10:10.
- Will the total eclipse be visible from Tahoua?
- From Tahoua the eclipse will be partial, with 23.98% 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 Tahoua?
- The sun will be at 53° altitude at maximum eclipse, toward the E. 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.