Partial eclipse
Solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Paris
In Paris the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 66% of the Sun at 5:51 PM. It starts at 4:37 PM and ends at 6:58 PM, local time (CET).
Eclipse times in Paris
- Eclipse
- Partial
- Sun covered
- 66%
- Sun height
- -2°
- Direction of the Sun
- WSW · 244°
- Partial eclipse begins 4:37 PM
- Maximum eclipse 5:51 PM
- Partial eclipse ends 6:58 PM
Local timeline · CET · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Paris, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 4:37 PM 0%
- 5:02 PM 17%
- 5:26 PM 46%
- 5:51 PM 66%
- 6:13 PM 48%
- 6:36 PM 19%
- 6:58 PM 0%
Where to look
At 5:51 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, 1,066 km away, with about 6 min 50 sec.
See it from Paris
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Paris, 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 Paris?
It starts at 4:37 PM, peaks at 5:51 PM and ends at 6:58 PM, local time (CET).
Will the eclipse be annular in Paris?
No. Paris is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 66% of the Sun covered. For the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Valencia, 1,066 km away, with about 6 min 50 sec.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Paris?
At maximum the Sun is -2° above the horizon, towards the west-southwest.
