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Weather for the August 2, 2027 Eclipse

NASA's advice is blunt: good weather is the key, and it is better to see a shorter eclipse from a clear sky than a longer one under clouds. So before you choose between Spain, Morocco and Egypt, look at the cloud history.

Historical cloud on 2 August

timeanddate shows how often 2 August was cloudy in each place since 2000:

Place Cloudy on 2 Aug (since 2000) Totality
Luxor, Egypt 0% 6 min 22 s
Málaga, Spain 9% 1 min 57 s
Cádiz, Spain 13% 2 min 56 s
Tangier, Morocco 42% 4 min 51 s
  • Luxor100%
  • Málaga91%
  • Cádiz87%
  • Tangier58%

Historical clear-sky chance on 2 August (100% minus the share of cloudy days since 2000, timeanddate).

What the numbers mean for you

  • Luxor combines the longest totality with the best cloud record of these four places. The trade-off is heat and a longer trip for most Europeans.
  • Southern Spain has a good record but short totality, because it sits near the edge of the path.
  • Tangier has long totality but the highest cloud history here. Have a plan B inland.

Past weather is no promise. It only shows the odds.

Plan for flexibility

  • Book somewhere you can drive away from, or stay mobile.
  • Check forecasts one to two days before, as NASA recommends, and be ready to move along the path.
  • Keep your local times handy so a late move still gets you there before maximum.

FAQ

Where is the best weather for the 2027 eclipse?

Of the places on this page, Luxor has the best record on 2 August.

Should I pick Tangier for the longer totality?

Only if you can move on the day. Its cloud history on 2 August is the highest of these four places.