Amsterdam 🇳🇱 — 38% partial eclipse · 2 Aug 2027
On 2 Aug 2027, Amsterdam sees a 38% partial eclipse, with maximum at 11:05 CEST, the Sun 43° above the horizon.
To see totality, the nearest place on our list inside the path is Málaga (1m 40s–1m 55s), about 1,890 km to the south-west; for a longer view, Oran gets 5m 08s, about 1,900 km to the south.
Local circumstances
AmsterdamFirst contact (C1)
10:08 CEST
partial begins
Maximum eclipse
11:05 CEST
38% of the Sun covered
Last contact (C4)
12:03 CEST
partial ends
Sun altitude at max
43°
azimuth 122°
Questions about Amsterdam
FAQWill Amsterdam see a total eclipse on 2 Aug 2027?
No. Amsterdam sees a 38% partial eclipse, with maximum at 11:05 CEST. The nearest totality on our list is at Málaga: 1m 40s–1m 55s, about 1,890 km to the south-west. For a longer view, Oran gets 5m 08s, about 1,900 km to the south.
What time is the eclipse in Amsterdam?
It begins at 10:08 CEST, reaches maximum at 11:05 CEST and ends at 12:03 CEST, local time.
How high is the Sun during the eclipse in Amsterdam?
43° above the horizon at maximum, towards the south-east.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Amsterdam?
Yes, the whole time: a partial eclipse is never safe to look at with the naked eye. Use certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses or a safe projection.
Umbra, totality, contact times and other eclipse words are explained in the eclipse glossary.
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Eye safety
This is a partial eclipse — never look without certified eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2) or a safe projection. Full guide →
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Times computed byOrbital Radar's eclipse engine · Amsterdam (52.37, 4.90)· last recomputed 23 Oct 2026