Partial eclipse
Solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in London
In London the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 57% of the Sun at 4:48 PM. It starts at 3:35 PM and ends at 5:55 PM, local time (GMT).
Eclipse times in London
- Eclipse
- Partial
- Sun covered
- 57%
- Sun height
- -2°
- Direction of the Sun
- WSW · 242°
- Partial eclipse begins 3:35 PM
- Maximum eclipse 4:48 PM
- Partial eclipse ends 5:55 PM
Local timeline · GMT · 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.
- 3:35 PM 0%
- 4:00 PM 16%
- 4:24 PM 41%
- 4:48 PM 57%
- 5:10 PM 43%
- 5:32 PM 17%
- 5:55 PM 0%
Where to look
At 4:48 PM the Sun is towards the west-southwest, -2° above the horizon. That is low, so you need a flat, open view in that direction, such as a beach, a hilltop or the edge of town.
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 Valencia, 1,339 km away, with about 6 min 50 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 3:35 PM, peaks at 4:48 PM and ends at 5:55 PM, local time (GMT).
Will the eclipse be annular in London?
No. London is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 57% of the Sun covered. For the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Valencia, 1,339 km away, with about 6 min 50 sec.
Where should I look for the eclipse in London?
At maximum the Sun is -2° above the horizon, towards the west-southwest.
