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Manchester 🇬🇧 — 15% partial eclipse · 12 Jun 2029

On 12 Jun 2029, Manchester sees a 15% partial eclipse, with maximum at 04:09 BST, the Sun right on the horizon.

Local circumstances

Manchester
First contact (C1)
03:34 BST
partial begins
Maximum eclipse
04:09 BST
15% of the Sun covered
Last contact (C4)
04:45 BST
partial ends
Sun altitude at max
-3°
azimuth 41°

Questions about Manchester

FAQ
How much of the Sun is covered in Manchester on 12 Jun 2029?
15% at maximum, at 04:09 BST. This is a partial eclipse everywhere: there is no path of totality.
What time is the eclipse in Manchester?
It begins at 03:34 BST, reaches maximum at 04:09 BST and ends at 04:45 BST, local time.
How high is the Sun during the eclipse in Manchester?
Right on the horizon at maximum, towards the north-east. That is low: find a spot with a clear, flat view in that direction.
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 →

Nearby cities

Same eclipse
Belfast 17% · 270 kmEdinburgh 17% · 280 kmAmsterdam 11% · 490 kmCopenhagen 11% · 980 kmTórshavn 22% · 990 kmBerlin 8% · 1,050 km

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Times computed byOrbital Radar's eclipse engine · Manchester (53.48, -2.24)· last recomputed 11 Aug 2026