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Solar eclipse of Aug 2, 2027 in Herāt
Partial: 19% of the Sun covered from Herāt, Afghanistan, with maximum at 15:05 local time. Every time below is computed for Herāt, Afghanistan's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 19% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins14:15 · Sun at 61°
- ◐Maximum15:05 · Sun at 51°
- ◕Partial ends15:53 · Sun at 41°
🚗 Totality is ~2630 km away in Mecca, Saudi Arabia — 5m 11s 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 Herāt, Afghanistan: 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 Herāt, Afghanistan?
Yes. Partial: 19% of the Sun covered from Herāt, Afghanistan, with maximum at 15:05 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Herāt, Afghanistan?
The partial phase begins at 14:15, maximum is at 15:05, and it ends at 15:53 (local time for Herāt, Afghanistan).
How much of the Sun is covered in Herāt, Afghanistan?
19% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Herāt, Afghanistan?
About 2630 km away in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which gets 5m 11s 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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