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Solar eclipse of Aug 2, 2027 in Freetown
Partial: 7% of the Sun covered from Freetown, Sierra Leone, with maximum at 08:36 local time. Every time below is computed for Freetown, Sierra Leone's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 7% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins08:01 · Sun at 17°
- ◐Maximum08:36 · Sun at 26°
- ◕Partial ends09:14 · Sun at 35°
🚗 Totality is ~3130 km away in Tangier, Morocco — 4m 54s of darkness. See its timetable.
🕶 Certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses are required for all partial phases.
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Space Time simulates this exact eclipse for Freetown, Sierra Leone: 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 Freetown, Sierra Leone?
Yes. Partial: 7% of the Sun covered from Freetown, Sierra Leone, with maximum at 08:36 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Freetown, Sierra Leone?
The partial phase begins at 08:01, maximum is at 08:36, and it ends at 09:14 (local time for Freetown, Sierra Leone).
How much of the Sun is covered in Freetown, Sierra Leone?
7% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Freetown, Sierra Leone?
About 3130 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.
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