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Solar eclipse of Aug 2, 2027 in Kakamega
Partial: 30% of the Sun covered from Kakamega, Kenya, with maximum at 13:54 local time. Every time below is computed for Kakamega, Kenya's exact coordinates — to go.
Partial — 30% of the Sun covered
- ◔Partial begins12:45 · Sun at 73°
- ◐Maximum13:54 · Sun at 66°
- ◕Partial ends14:58 · Sun at 53°
🚗 Totality is ~1980 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 Kakamega, Kenya: 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 Kakamega, Kenya?
Yes. Partial: 30% of the Sun covered from Kakamega, Kenya, with maximum at 13:54 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Kakamega, Kenya?
The partial phase begins at 12:45, maximum is at 13:54, and it ends at 14:58 (local time for Kakamega, Kenya).
How much of the Sun is covered in Kakamega, Kenya?
30% of the Sun's disc is covered at maximum.
Where is the nearest totality to Kakamega, Kenya?
About 1980 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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