Partial eclipse

Solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Bogotá

In Bogotá the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 64% of the Sun at 8:57 AM. It starts at 7:22 AM and ends at 10:55 AM, local time (GMT-5).

Maximum · 8:57 AM

Eclipse times in Bogotá

Eclipse
Partial
Sun covered
64%
Sun height
37°
Direction of the Sun
ESE · 118°
  1. Partial eclipse begins 7:22 AM
  2. Maximum eclipse 8:57 AM
  3. Partial eclipse ends 10:55 AM

Local timeline · GMT-5 · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.

How the eclipse unfolds

The Sun from Bogotá, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.

  1. 7:22 AM 0%
  2. 7:54 AM 20%
  3. 8:25 AM 48%
  4. 8:57 AM 64%
  5. 9:36 AM 44%
  6. 10:16 AM 17%
  7. 10:55 AM 0%

Where to look

At 8:57 AM the Sun is towards the east-southeast, 37° 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 the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Iquitos, 945 km away, with about 8 min 30 sec.

See it from Bogotá

Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Bogotá, 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 Bogotá?

It starts at 7:22 AM, peaks at 8:57 AM and ends at 10:55 AM, local time (GMT-5).

Will the eclipse be annular in Bogotá?

No. Bogotá is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 64% of the Sun covered. For the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Iquitos, 945 km away, with about 8 min 30 sec.

Where should I look for the eclipse in Bogotá?

At maximum the Sun is 37° above the horizon, towards the east-southeast.

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