Solar eclipse in Stoke-on-Trent, 2 August 2027
Stoke-on-Trent is outside the path of totality: at 09:59 local time the Moon will cover 37% of the Sun. The edge of the path of totality is about 1,800 km away.
What the Sun will look like
At 09:59: the Moon covers 37 % of the Sun’s disc.
Top of the picture = towards the zenith. The Sun stands 38° above the horizon, azimuth 114° (90° = east). Never look without eclipse glasses outside totality.
until the eclipse begins in Stoke-on-Trent
Eclipse times in Stoke-on-Trent
| Local time (BST) | |
|---|---|
| Partial eclipse begins | 09:05:14 |
| Maximum eclipse | 09:59:14 |
| Partial eclipse ends | 10:55:48 |
| Sun covered | 37% |
| Magnitude | 0.473 |
| Sun altitude at maximum | 38° |
Data updated 17 October 2026. Local time (Europe/London). Computed for 53.004° N, 2.185° W at 114 m from NASA Besselian elements (ΔT = 71.7 s). The lunar limb profile can shift contact times by 1–3 s.
Chance of a clear sky
In satellite records for 2001–2025, at the eclipse hour on 26 July – 9 August the sky over this area (a 1° cell) was clear or mostly clear (cloud cover below 25%) on 2% of days. Average cloud cover: 81%.
Compare clear-sky odds along the whole pathWhere to stay in the path of totality
Rooms inside the path sell out early. Compare hotels and apartments near El Ejido.
Find a place to stay near El EjidoRent a car to chase clear skies
If clouds threaten, a car lets you drive along the path to a clearer spot on the morning of the eclipse.
Compare car rentals near El EjidoEclipse glasses
Buy glasses marked ISO 12312-2 from a reputable seller well before the eclipse; fakes appear every time.
Eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2) Solar filter for camerasPartner links: we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate disclosure
Nearest cities in the path of totality
More places nearby
Guides
Questions about the eclipse in Stoke-on-Trent
Is Stoke-on-Trent in the path of totality?
No. Stoke-on-Trent sees a partial eclipse with 37% of the Sun covered. The nearest edge of the path of totality is about 1,800 km away.
What time is the eclipse in Stoke-on-Trent?
The partial eclipse begins at 09:05, reaches its maximum at 09:59 and ends at 10:55 local time on Monday, 2 August 2027.
How long does totality last in Stoke-on-Trent?
There is no totality in Stoke-on-Trent. The whole eclipse, from first to last contact, lasts 110 min 34 s.
Will the sky be clear in Stoke-on-Trent on 2 August?
Nobody can forecast that months ahead. In 2001–2025 records the sky at the eclipse hour was clear or mostly clear on 2% of days in late July and early August.
Do I need eclipse glasses in Stoke-on-Trent?
Yes, for the whole eclipse. Since the Sun is never fully covered here, never look at it without ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses.