Eclipse Path Map
The August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse will cut a path across the African and Arabian continents -- and Egypt sits almost perfectly at its heart. The totality path enters Egyptian territory from the northwest, crosses the Western Desert and Siwa Oasis, then sweeps through the Nile Valley centred on Luxor and Upper Egypt before continuing east across the Red Sea coast. Major cities like Cairo (~95% partial), Aswan (~99.8% partial), and Abu Simbel (~92% partial) lie just outside the totality path but experience dramatic deep partial eclipses.
City-by-City Eclipse Data
Cities in the Path of Totality
| City | Totality Duration | Begins (UTC) | Sun Alt. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxor | 6 min 22 sec | ~10:05 | ~64° | Longest of any major city |
| Hurghada | ~4 min 50 sec | ~10:08 | ~65° | Red Sea coast -- lowest cloud risk |
| Siwa Oasis | ~5 min 37 sec | ~09:55 | ~62° | Remote desert |
Cities Outside the Path (Deep Partial Only)
| City | Eclipse Coverage | Sun Alt. | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aswan | ~99.8% partial | ~64° | Just outside path -- no totality |
| Cairo (Giza) | ~94-95% partial | ~63° | Dramatic partial eclipse at the Pyramids |
| Abu Simbel | ~92% partial | ~64° | UNESCO site -- impressive partial eclipse |
| Alexandria | ~95% partial | ~63° | Just outside northern edge |
All times UTC. Local Egypt time is EEST (UTC+3) in August. Data sourced from NASA/NSO eclipse calculations.
Which Location Is Right for You?
Choose Luxor if…
You want the absolute longest totality duration on Earth for this eclipse (6 min 22 sec), combined with the world's greatest concentration of ancient Egyptian monuments.
Choose the Red Sea if…
You want to combine the eclipse with a beach and diving holiday, with the unique visual of totality's shadow over open water and the most reliable weather.
Choose Cairo if…
You want to combine totality with the Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and the energy of one of the world's great cities.
Choose Siwa if…
You want a remote, deeply atmospheric eclipse experience away from crowds, in the silence of the Western Desert.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the path of totality for the 2027 solar eclipse in Egypt?
The 2027 path of totality enters Egypt from the northwest, crossing the Western Desert and the Nile Valley. Cities in the path include Luxor, Qena, Sohag, Asyut, Siwa Oasis, and parts of the Red Sea coast. Cairo (~95% partial), Aswan (~99.8% partial), and Abu Simbel (~92% partial) are outside the totality path.
Which Egyptian city has the longest totality in 2027?
Luxor has the longest totality at approximately 6 minutes 22 seconds. Other totality durations: Siwa Oasis ~5 min 37 sec, Hurghada ~4 min 50 sec. Note: Aswan, Cairo, and Abu Simbel are outside the totality path and will see deep partial eclipses only.