The Jeddah Total Solar Eclipse 2027
The total solar eclipse of August 2, 2027, belongs to Saros Series 136. Its path of totality crosses Southern Europe, North Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Indian Ocean. Jeddah lies close to the centerline, offering an exceptional location to experience this historic celestial event.
What Happens During Totality
During totality, the Moon completely covers the Sun's photosphere. The solar corona becomes visible as a delicate glowing halo surrounding the dark lunar disk. The sky darkens, temperatures decrease, and bright planets and stars may become visible.
Jeddah's coastal location provides excellent accessibility, a Sun altitude of about 76° during maximum eclipse, and outstanding conditions for astronomical observation and eclipse photography.
- Type
- Total Solar Eclipse
- Date
- August 2, 2027
- Saros Series
- 136
- Gamma
- 0.1421
- Magnitude
- 1.0790
- Totality Duration
- 6 minutes
- Sun Altitude
- ≈76°
- Location
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Why Jeddah?
Jeddah offers a unique combination of geographical position, accessibility, coastal scenery, and outstanding eclipse conditions. Located close to the centerline of totality, the city will experience approximately six minutes of totality with the Sun about 76° above the horizon, making it one of the finest observing locations for one of the longest total solar eclipses of the 21st century.