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Solar eclipse of Feb 6, 2027 in Cotonou
Annular: 5m 23s ring of fire from Cotonou, Benin, with maximum at 18:52 local time. Every time below is computed for Cotonou, Benin's exact coordinates — to go.
TOTAL — 5m 23s of darkness
- ◔Partial begins17:43 · Sun at 18°
- ●Totality18:49 – 18:55 (5m 23s)
- ◐Maximum18:52 · Sun at 1°
- ◕Partial ends19:54 · Sun at -13°
⚠ The Sun sets mid-eclipse from Cotonou, Benin — you'll see the first part of the eclipse low over the horizon.
🕶 Certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required for all partial phases.
Watch it in 3D — before the day, or on it
Space Time simulates this exact eclipse for Cotonou, Benin: the Moon's disc crossing the Sun at the real times above, the sky darkening at totality with the corona revealed, or the Moon's shadow racing across Earth seen from space. On eclipse day, the local companion gives you a live countdown and a cloud forecast for eclipse hour.
Eclipse times in nearby cities
FAQ
Is the Feb 6, 2027 solar eclipse visible in Cotonou, Benin?
Yes. Annular: 5m 23s ring of fire from Cotonou, Benin, with maximum at 18:52 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Cotonou, Benin?
The partial phase begins at 17:43, maximum is at 18:52, and it ends at 19:54 (local time for Cotonou, Benin). Totality lasts from 18:49 to 18:55.
How much of the Sun is covered in Cotonou, Benin?
84% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Do I need eclipse glasses?
Yes — certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required for every partial phase. Only during the brief moments of totality (inside the path) is it safe to look with the naked eye.
Is Space Time free?
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