Dublin 🇮🇪 — 47% partial eclipse · 26 Jan 2028
On 26 Jan 2028, Dublin sees a 47% partial eclipse, with maximum at 16:45 GMT, the Sun 1° above the horizon.
To see the ring of fire, the nearest place on our list inside the path is Lleida (3m 20s–3m 30s), about 1,400 km to the south-east; for a longer view, Girona gets 5m 23s, about 1,430 km to the south-east.
Local circumstances
DublinFirst contact (C1)
15:33 GMT
partial begins
Maximum eclipse
16:45 GMT
47% of the Sun covered
Last contact (C4)
17:51 GMT
partial ends
Sun altitude at max
1°
azimuth 237°
Questions about Dublin
FAQWill Dublin see the ring of fire on 26 Jan 2028?
No. Dublin sees a 47% partial eclipse, with maximum at 16:45 GMT. The nearest annularity on our list is at Lleida: 3m 20s–3m 30s, about 1,400 km to the south-east. For a longer view, Girona gets 5m 23s, about 1,430 km to the south-east.
What time is the eclipse in Dublin?
It begins at 15:33 GMT, reaches maximum at 16:45 GMT and ends at 17:51 GMT, local time.
How high is the Sun during the eclipse in Dublin?
1° above 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 Dublin?
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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