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Solar eclipse of Aug 2, 2027 in Colombo
Partial: 52% of the Sun covered from Colombo, Sri Lanka, with maximum at 17:01 local time. Every time below is computed for Colombo, Sri Lanka's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 52% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins16:05 · Sun at 33°
- ◐Maximum17:01 · Sun at 20°
- ◕Partial ends17:53 · Sun at 8°
🚗 Totality is ~4010 km away in Sanaa, Yemen — 2m 34s of darkness. See its timetable.
🕶 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 Colombo, Sri Lanka: the Moon's disc crossing the Sun at the real times above, the sky darkening at totality, 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 Aug 2, 2027 solar eclipse visible in Colombo, Sri Lanka?
Yes. Partial: 52% of the Sun covered from Colombo, Sri Lanka, with maximum at 17:01 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Colombo, Sri Lanka?
The partial phase begins at 16:05, maximum is at 17:01, and it ends at 17:53 (local time for Colombo, Sri Lanka).
How much of the Sun is covered in Colombo, Sri Lanka?
52% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Colombo, Sri Lanka?
About 4010 km away in Sanaa, Yemen, which gets 2m 34s of total darkness.
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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