Partial eclipse
Solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in London
In London the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 42% of the Sun at 10:00 AM. It starts at 9:03 AM and ends at 10:59 AM, local time (BST).
Eclipse times in London
- Eclipse
- Partial
- Sun covered
- 42%
- Sun height
- 40°
- Direction of the Sun
- ESE · 115°
- Partial eclipse begins 9:03 AM
- Maximum eclipse 10:00 AM
- Partial eclipse ends 10:59 AM
Local timeline · BST · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from London, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 9:03 AM 0%
- 9:22 AM 15%
- 9:41 AM 33%
- 10:00 AM 42%
- 10:19 AM 33%
- 10:39 AM 14%
- 10:59 AM 0%
Where to look
At 10:00 AM the Sun is towards the east-southeast, 40° above the horizon. That is high enough to clear most buildings, so an open street, a balcony or a terrace facing that way will do.
What you will notice
Only a bite is taken out of the Sun. You will not notice it without eclipse glasses or a pinhole projector.
For totality, the nearest place in this guide is Roquetas de Mar, 1,652 km away, with about 1 min 30 sec.
See it from London
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from London, with the Sun and Moon in their real places.
Viewing safely
Except during the brief total phase of a total solar eclipse, never look directly at the Sun without suitable solar viewing protection. Eclipse glasses should comply with ISO 12312-2. Cameras, binoculars and telescopes need purpose-made filters fitted over the front of the optics.
Read NASA’s eclipse safety guidance →Solar eclipse questions
What time is the eclipse in London?
It starts at 9:03 AM, peaks at 10:00 AM and ends at 10:59 AM, local time (BST).
Will the eclipse be total in London?
No. London is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 42% of the Sun covered. For totality, the nearest place in this guide is Roquetas de Mar, 1,652 km away, with about 1 min 30 sec.
Where should I look for the eclipse in London?
At maximum the Sun is 40° above the horizon, towards the east-southeast.
