Mission Event · Total Solar Eclipse

August 2, 2027

Jeddah will witness 6 minutes of totality — one of the longest solar eclipses of the 21st century.

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Totality Duration

06m 00s

Maximum at Jeddah

Coordinates

21.485° N

39.192° E · Saudi Arabia

Path Width

258 KM

Umbral shadow diameter

Sun Altitude

76°

At maximum eclipse

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Your companion on the journey to August 2, 2027.

KUSOOF will accompany you on the road to totality — discovering the Sun, understanding the Moon, preparing for the eclipse and counting down to the moment when day turns into one of nature's most extraordinary sights.

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Historic Astronomical Event

Jeddah Total Solar Eclipse 2027

The Bride of the Red Sea will become the stage for one of the rarest astronomical events as the Moon completely covers the Sun for approximately six minutes. This website provides scientific information, observation data, viewing locations and complete eye safety guidance for this extraordinary event.

Mission Briefing

Everything you need

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Timeline

Accurate eclipse contact times for Jeddah.

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Map

Interactive eclipse path and centerline.

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Viewing Locations

Recommended viewing sites across Jeddah.

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Photography

Photography guide, equipment and camera settings.

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Eye Safety

Certified eye protection and observing safety.

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Live Stream

Live broadcast from Jeddah Astronomy Society.