Eclipse times in Ceuta
- Partial eclipse begins
- 09:40:54
- Totality begins
- 10:45:12
- Maximum eclipse
- 10:47:36
- Totality ends
- 10:50:03
- Partial eclipse ends
- 12:01:03
- Duration of totality
- 4m 51s
- Sun’s height at maximum
- 38°
- Sun’s direction at maximum
- 95° (E)
Local time, UTC+2, for the town centre. Times can shift by a few seconds across town.
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Ceuta and the path of totality
Ceuta is the large yellow dot. The dark band is the path of totality; the further you are from its edges, the longer totality lasts.
Where to look
The Sun will be 38° above the horizon towards the east. That is roughly the height of a raised fist held at arm’s length, stacked 4 times above the horizon. Pick a spot with nothing tall on that side: a beach or hillside facing east is ideal, while narrow streets and tall buildings to the east can block the view.
Watching the eclipse in Ceuta
Ceuta has the longest totality of any Spanish territory. Mount Hacho and the eastern seafront give clear views towards the morning Sun. Ferry seats for eclipse week are likely to sell out, so book crossings as early as possible.
Historical weather records give Ceuta about a 72% chance of a clear sky at eclipse time in early August, according to climatologist Jay Anderson’s analysis.
Getting to Ceuta
Fast ferries from Algeciras take about an hour, and a helicopter service links Ceuta with Algeciras and Málaga.
Good questions
- Is Ceuta in the path of totality?
- Yes. Ceuta is inside the path of the total solar eclipse of 2 August 2027, so the Sun will be completely covered.
- How long will totality last in Ceuta?
- About 4m 51s, from 10:45:12 to 10:50:03 local time (UTC+2), calculated for the town centre.
- Where in the sky will the eclipse be seen from Ceuta?
- During totality the Sun will be 38 degrees above the horizon towards the east. Choose a spot with nothing tall to the east.
- Should I cross from Algeciras on eclipse morning?
- No. Early August ferries are already packed with Operación Paso del Estrecho traffic, so cross the day before and stay overnight. The fast ferry itself takes about an hour.
- What ID do I need for Ceuta, and can I walk on into Morocco?
- Ceuta is outside the Schengen Area, so documents are checked when you return to mainland Spain. The El Tarajal crossing into Morocco is a full international border, so carry your passport and allow time.
- Where in Ceuta should I watch?
- The Mirador de Isabel II and the Mirador de Beliones are the two classic viewpoints, both high above the Strait with a clear view to the east. Totality is almost identical anywhere in the city, so any open spot facing east works too.