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Solar eclipse of Aug 2, 2027 in Dakar
Partial: 26% of the Sun covered from Dakar, Senegal, with maximum at 08:30 local time. Every time below is computed for Dakar, Senegal's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 26% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins07:41 · Sun at 10°
- ◐Maximum08:30 · Sun at 22°
- ◕Partial ends09:24 · Sun at 35°
🚗 Totality is ~2620 km away in Tangier, Morocco — 4m 54s 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 Dakar, Senegal: 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 Dakar, Senegal?
Yes. Partial: 26% of the Sun covered from Dakar, Senegal, with maximum at 08:30 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Dakar, Senegal?
The partial phase begins at 07:41, maximum is at 08:30, and it ends at 09:24 (local time for Dakar, Senegal).
How much of the Sun is covered in Dakar, Senegal?
26% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Dakar, Senegal?
About 2620 km away in Tangier, Morocco, which gets 4m 54s 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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