Belfast 🇬🇧 — 44% partial eclipse · 26 Jan 2028
On 26 Jan 2028, Belfast sees a 44% partial eclipse, with maximum at 16:43 GMT, the Sun right on the horizon.
To see the ring of fire, the nearest place on our list inside the path is Lleida (3m 20s–3m 30s), about 1,520 km to the south; for a longer view, Girona gets 5m 23s, about 1,540 km to the south-east.
Local circumstances
BelfastFirst contact (C1)
15:33 GMT
partial begins
Maximum eclipse
16:43 GMT
44% of the Sun covered
Last contact (C4)
17:49 GMT
partial ends
Sun altitude at max
0°
azimuth 237°
Questions about Belfast
FAQWill Belfast see the ring of fire on 26 Jan 2028?
No. Belfast sees a 44% partial eclipse, with maximum at 16:43 GMT. The nearest annularity on our list is at Lleida: 3m 20s–3m 30s, about 1,520 km to the south. For a longer view, Girona gets 5m 23s, about 1,540 km to the south-east.
What time is the eclipse in Belfast?
It begins at 15:33 GMT, reaches maximum at 16:43 GMT and ends at 17:49 GMT, local time.
How high is the Sun during the eclipse in Belfast?
Right on the horizon at maximum, towards the south-west. That is low: find a spot with a clear, flat view in that direction.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Belfast?
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
An annular eclipse is never safe to view without certified eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2) — the ring of Sun stays blinding throughout. Full guide →
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Times computed byOrbital Radar's eclipse engine · Belfast (54.60, -5.93)· last recomputed 23 Oct 2026