Total eclipse
Solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Málaga
In Málaga the eclipse is total. Totality starts at 10:48 AM and lasts about 1 min 50 sec. The partial phases run from 9:42 AM to 12:02 PM, local time (CEST).
Eclipse times in Málaga
- Eclipse
- Total
- Sun covered
- 100%
- Duration
- ≈ 1 min 50 sec
- Sun height
- 39°
- Direction of the Sun
- E · 97°
- Partial eclipse begins 9:42 AM
- Total phase begins 10:48 AM
- Maximum eclipse 10:48 AM
- Total phase ends 10:49 AM
- Partial eclipse ends 12:02 PM
Local timeline · CEST · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
Watching from Málaga
Málaga gets about 1 min 50 s of totality in the centre (IGN: 1 min 48 s), because the path’s northern edge runs only about 9 km north of it. Totality lengthens west along the coast: about 2 min 40 s in Torremolinos, 3 min 10 s in Fuengirola and Marbella and 3 min 30 s in Estepona. The Sociedad Malagueña de Astronomía is preparing public outreach for the day.
Sources: IGN, El Español
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Málaga, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 9:42 AM 0%
- 10:04 AM 25%
- 10:26 AM 64%
- 10:48 AM 100%
- 11:13 AM 61%
- 11:37 AM 23%
- 12:02 PM 0%
Where to look
At 10:48 AM the Sun is towards the east, 39° 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
During totality the sky darkens like late dusk, the corona appears around the black Moon and the brightest planets come out. The air often cools by a few degrees. Totality is the only time you can take your eclipse glasses off. Put them back on as soon as the first bead of sunlight returns.
See it from Málaga
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Málaga, 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 Málaga?
It starts at 9:42 AM, peaks at 10:48 AM and ends at 12:02 PM, local time (CEST). Totality lasts from 10:48 AM to 10:49 AM.
Will the eclipse be total in Málaga?
Yes. Málaga is inside the path, with about 1 min 50 sec of totality.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Málaga?
At maximum the Sun is 39° above the horizon, towards the east.
