A historic total solar eclipse is happening in 2027. Will you watch it?
In less than two years, a historic astronomical event is set to occur, causing temporary semi-darkness in parts of the world as the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun and casts a shadow over the Earth. A total solar eclipse is expected to occur on August 2, 2027 and according to NASA, it could last up to 6 minutes and 23 seconds, which would make it one of the longest-lasting eclipses in recent memory.
Although the upcoming solar eclipse will not be the longest ever, it is the longest in decades. By comparison, the 1991 solar eclipse lasted for 6 minutes and 53 seconds, while the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 lasted for 4 minutes and 28 seconds at its peak. According to Space.com, the eclipse of August 2, 2027 will be the longest eclipse until 2114.
The eclipse will be visible mainly in parts of Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Unfortunately for American skywatchers, the vast majority of the US will not get a view of it due to the eclipse’s path. Other countries are also deprived of this view, they may have a chance to see this astronomical phenomenon next year. The next solar eclipse, according to NASA, will take place on August 12, 2026, which will be visible in Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia and parts of Portugal.
As we approach the end of the year, here’s what to know about the historic upcoming solar eclipse of August 2, 2027.
Where will the solar eclipse of August 2, 2027 be visible?
According to National Geographic and NASA, the entire path of the solar eclipse will pass through parts of Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Parts of the following countries are within the expected path of totality:
- spain
- morocco
- Algeria
- tunisia
- gibraltar
- Libya
- Sudan
- egypt
- saudi arabia
- yemen
- somalia
Other countries in Africa, Europe and the Middle East are also expected to have a partial view of the eclipse on August 2.
Will the solar eclipse on August 2, 2027 be visible in the US?
Astronomical enthusiasts will have to travel to the northern part of the US to see part of the historic solar eclipse. According to the time and date, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Maine between 5:14 and 5:19 a.m. ET on August 2, 2027.
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