Annular eclipse
Solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Funchal (Madeira)
In Funchal (Madeira) the eclipse is annular. The ring of fire starts at 4:46 PM and lasts about 6 min 50 sec. The partial phases run from 3:19 PM to 6:08 PM, local time (WET).
Eclipse times in Funchal (Madeira)
- Eclipse
- Annular
- Sun covered
- 83%
- Duration
- ≈ 6 min 50 sec
- Sun height
- 18°
- Direction of the Sun
- SW · 232°
- Partial eclipse begins 3:19 PM
- Annular phase begins 4:46 PM
- Maximum eclipse 4:50 PM
- Annular phase ends 4:53 PM
- Partial eclipse ends 6:08 PM
Local timeline · WET · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Funchal (Madeira), with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 3:19 PM 0%
- 3:49 PM 19%
- 4:20 PM 51%
- 4:50 PM 83%
- 5:16 PM 55%
- 5:42 PM 21%
- 6:08 PM 0%
Where to look
At 4:50 PM the Sun is towards the southwest, 18° above the horizon. Buildings and trees can hide a Sun at that height, so pick an open square, a park or a rooftop with a clear view that way.
What you will notice
Inside the path the Moon leaves a bright ring of sunlight. The light dims and looks oddly flat, but the sky stays blue. The ring is still far too bright to look at, so keep your eclipse glasses on throughout.
See it from Funchal (Madeira)
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Funchal (Madeira), 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 Funchal (Madeira)?
It starts at 3:19 PM, peaks at 4:50 PM and ends at 6:08 PM, local time (WET). The ring of fire lasts from 4:46 PM to 4:53 PM.
Will the eclipse be annular in Funchal (Madeira)?
Yes. Funchal (Madeira) is inside the path, with about 6 min 50 sec of annularity.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Funchal (Madeira)?
At maximum the Sun is 18° above the horizon, towards the southwest.
