Next Solar Eclipse Date, Time & Details
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, partially or completely blocking sunlight. It happens during a new moon and can be total, partial, or annular. In astrology, a solar eclipse is a powerful Sun–Moon conjunction linked to Rahu and Ketu, often associated with major changes and new beginnings.
Next solar eclipse is on 06 Feb 2027
Solar Eclipse — 06 Feb 2027
Quick Facts
| Date | 06 Feb 2027 |
|---|---|
| Greatest eclipse UTC | 15:59:40 |
| Local time in Kolkata | 06 Feb 2027, 21:29:40 |
| Type | Annular |
| Saros | 131 |
| Saros member | 51 |
| Magnitude | 0.929 |
| Obscuration | 86.3% |
| Overall duration | 6 hours, 3 minutes |
| Central duration | 3 hours, 51 minutes |
| Path width | 267 km |
| Greatest point | 31.2811° S, 48.4882° W |
Vedic Snapshot
| Moon rashi | Capricorn (22.9°) |
|---|---|
| Moon nakshatra | Shravana, Pada 4 |
| Moon sidereal longitude | 292.9042° |
| Sun rashi | Capricorn (23.4°) |
| Sun sidereal longitude | 293.3976° |
| Visible in Kolkata | No, below the horizon |
| Altitude at greatest moment | -56.05° |
| Visibility note | Best seen from locations inside the eclipse path or partial visibility region while the Sun is above the horizon. |
Solar Eclipse Stages Worldwide
| Stage | UTC Time | Local Time in Kolkata | Visible in Kolkata |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eclipse begins | 06 Feb 2027, 12:57:51 | 06 Feb 2027, 18:27:51 | No, below the horizon |
| Central phase begins | 06 Feb 2027, 14:04:06 | 06 Feb 2027, 19:34:06 | No, below the horizon |
| Maximum Eclipse | 06 Feb 2027, 15:59:40 | 06 Feb 2027, 21:29:40 | No, below the horizon |
| Central phase ends | 06 Feb 2027, 17:55:28 | 06 Feb 2027, 23:25:28 | No, below the horizon |
| Eclipse ends | 06 Feb 2027, 19:01:41 | 07 Feb 2027, 00:31:41 | No, below the horizon |
