Partial eclipse
Solar eclipse of 26 January 2028 in Quito
In Quito the eclipse is partial: the Moon covers 78% of the Sun at 8:42 AM. It starts at 7:12 AM and ends at 10:34 AM, local time (GMT-5).
Eclipse times in Quito
- Eclipse
- Partial
- Sun covered
- 78%
- Sun height
- 32°
- Direction of the Sun
- ESE · 112°
- Partial eclipse begins 7:12 AM
- Maximum eclipse 8:42 AM
- Partial eclipse ends 10:34 AM
Local timeline · GMT-5 · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Quito, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 7:12 AM 0%
- 7:42 AM 22%
- 8:12 AM 54%
- 8:42 AM 78%
- 9:19 AM 49%
- 9:56 AM 18%
- 10:34 AM 0%
Where to look
At 8:42 AM the Sun is towards the east-southeast, 32° 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 Loja, 432 km away, with about 8 min 30 sec.
See it from Quito
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Quito, 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 Quito?
It starts at 7:12 AM, peaks at 8:42 AM and ends at 10:34 AM, local time (GMT-5).
Will the eclipse be annular in Quito?
No. Quito is outside the path and sees a partial eclipse, with 78% of the Sun covered. For the ring of fire, the nearest place in this guide is Loja, 432 km away, with about 8 min 30 sec.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Quito?
At maximum the Sun is 32° above the horizon, towards the east-southeast.
