Jul 22, 2025
A total solar eclipse will occur on August 2, 2027, where the Moon will completely block the Sun for a few minutes turning day into night in some regions.
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It will be one of the longest total solar eclipses of the 21st century lasting up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds in some locations.
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The eclipse will be visible across North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of South Asia. Countries like Morocco, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia will witness the full eclipse.
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Parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat will experience a partial eclipse, but not totality. You’ll still need proper eye protection to watch it safely.
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Top spots for totality include: 1. Luxor (Egypt) – almost 6.5 minutes of total eclipse! 2. Aswan (Egypt) 3. Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)
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Never look at the Sun directly. Use: Eclipse glasses (ISO certified); Solar filters for cameras/telescopes; Pinhole projector or eclipse viewing box.
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During totality, you can see the solar corona, stars in the daytime sky, a 360-degree sunset effect on the horizon.
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The next annular eclipse in India will be on 21 May, 2031 Additionally the total solar eclipse in India would take place on 20th March, 2034
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