Manchester 🇬🇧 — 35% partial eclipse · 2 Aug 2027
On 2 Aug 2027, Manchester sees a 35% partial eclipse, with maximum at 09:59 BST, the Sun 38° above the horizon.
To see totality, the nearest place on our list inside the path is Málaga (1m 40s–1m 55s), about 1,870 km to the south; for a longer view, Gibraltar gets 4m 25s, about 1,940 km to the south.
Local circumstances
ManchesterFirst contact (C1)
09:06 BST
partial begins
Maximum eclipse
09:59 BST
35% of the Sun covered
Last contact (C4)
10:55 BST
partial ends
Sun altitude at max
38°
azimuth 114°
Questions about Manchester
FAQWill Manchester see a total eclipse on 2 Aug 2027?
No. Manchester sees a 35% partial eclipse, with maximum at 09:59 BST. The nearest totality on our list is at Málaga: 1m 40s–1m 55s, about 1,870 km to the south. For a longer view, Gibraltar gets 4m 25s, about 1,940 km to the south.
What time is the eclipse in Manchester?
It begins at 09:06 BST, reaches maximum at 09:59 BST and ends at 10:55 BST, local time.
How high is the Sun during the eclipse in Manchester?
38° above the horizon at maximum, towards the south-east.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Manchester?
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 · Manchester (53.48, -2.24)· last recomputed 23 Oct 2026