Partial eclipse
Solar eclipse of 2 August 2027 in Rome
In Rome the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 74% of the Sun at 11:12 AM. It starts at 10:02 AM and ends at 12:26 PM, local time (CEST).
Eclipse times in Rome
- Eclipse
- Partial
- Sun covered
- 74%
- Sun height
- 54°
- Direction of the Sun
- ESE · 123°
- Partial eclipse begins 10:02 AM
- Maximum eclipse 11:12 AM
- Partial eclipse ends 12:26 PM
Local timeline · CEST · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Rome, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 10:02 AM 0%
- 10:25 AM 22%
- 10:49 AM 54%
- 11:12 AM 75%
- 11:37 AM 53%
- 12:01 PM 21%
- 12:26 PM 0%
Where to look
At 11:12 AM the Sun is towards the east-southeast, 54° 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
The light dims a little, though without eclipse glasses you might not notice. Through the glasses the Sun looks like a thick crescent at maximum.
For totality, the nearest place in this guide is Benghazi, 1,277 km away, with about 6 min 10 sec.
See it from Rome
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Rome, 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 Rome?
It starts at 10:02 AM, peaks at 11:12 AM and ends at 12:26 PM, local time (CEST).
Will the eclipse be total in Rome?
No. Rome is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 74% of the Sun covered. For totality, the nearest place in this guide is Benghazi, 1,277 km away, with about 6 min 10 sec.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Rome?
At maximum the Sun is 54° above the horizon, towards the east-southeast.
