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2027 annular solar eclipse

An annular solar eclipse crosses parts of South America and Africa, producing a ring-shaped Sun along its narrow path of annularity.

Also known as: February 2027 eclipse · ring of fire eclipse 2027

150
days to go21 weeks and 3 days · about 5 months
DateFebruary 6, 2027
CountdownWhole calendar days
TimezoneUTC
LocationSouth America and Africa
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What makes this an annular eclipse?

The Moon appears slightly smaller than the Sun, leaving a bright ring visible from the narrow path of annularity.

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