Total eclipse
Solar eclipse of 22 July 2028 in Queenstown
In Queenstown the eclipse is total. Totality starts at 4:15 PM and lasts about 2 min 50 sec. The partial phases run from 3:07 PM to 5:20 PM, local time (GMT+12).
Eclipse times in Queenstown
- Eclipse
- Total
- Sun covered
- 100%
- Duration
- ≈ 2 min 50 sec
- Sun height
- 10°
- Direction of the Sun
- NW · 312°
- Partial eclipse begins 3:07 PM
- Total phase begins 4:15 PM
- Maximum eclipse 4:16 PM
- Total phase ends 4:18 PM
- Partial eclipse ends 5:20 PM
Local timeline · GMT+12 · Eclipse Predictions by Fred Espenak, NASA/GSFC. Catalogue verified 12 September 2026.
How the eclipse unfolds
The Sun from Queenstown, with straight up at the top, from first to last contact. Local times.
- 3:07 PM 0%
- 3:30 PM 22%
- 3:53 PM 60%
- 4:16 PM 100%
- 4:37 PM 62%
- 4:58 PM 24%
- 5:20 PM 0%
Where to look
At 4:16 PM the Sun is towards the northwest, 10° 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
During totality the sky darkens like late dusk, the corona appears around the black Moon and the brightest planets come out. The air often cools by a few degrees. Totality is the only time you can take your eclipse glasses off. Put them back on as soon as the first bead of sunlight returns.
See it from Queenstown
Play the eclipse in a 3D sky as it will look from Queenstown, 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 Queenstown?
It starts at 3:07 PM, peaks at 4:16 PM and ends at 5:20 PM, local time (GMT+12). Totality lasts from 4:15 PM to 4:18 PM.
Will the eclipse be total in Queenstown?
Yes. Queenstown is inside the path, with about 2 min 50 sec of totality.
Where should I look for the eclipse in Queenstown?
At maximum the Sun is 10° above the horizon, towards the northwest.
