Annular solar eclipse of February 6, 2027
The annular solar eclipse peaks at Feb 6, 2027, 10:59 AM ET (2027-02-06 15:59 UTC) at 17°38′ Aquarius, with greatest eclipse at 31.3°S, 48.5°W. Annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 7 min 45 s there.
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Annular solar eclipse in ♒︎ Aquarius · North Node ☊︎ · a ring of Sun stays visible around the Moon.
Not visible from the US. Seen from São Paulo and Lagos.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Sat, Feb 6, 10:59 AM EST |
| Chicago | Sat, Feb 6, 9:59 AM CST |
| Denver | Sat, Feb 6, 8:59 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Sat, Feb 6, 7:59 AM PST |
| London | Sat, Feb 6, 3:59 PM GMT |
| Sydney | Sun, Feb 7, 2:59 AM GMT+11 |
Where to see it
| City | Sun covered | Maximum (local time) |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | 78% | Feb 6, 1:21 PM |
| Lagos | 84% · annular | Feb 6, 6:52 PM |
Cities not listed see no eclipse, or the Sun is below the horizon. Never look at the Sun without certified eclipse glasses, except during the brief total phase.
At the point of greatest eclipse (31.3°S, 48.5°W), annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 7 min 45 s. The annular phase is seen only inside a narrow path; outside it the eclipse is partial.
Annular solar eclipse in Aquarius: astrology meaning
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around friends, groups and future goals (Aquarius). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Aquarius–Leo axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 17°38′ Aquarius or Leo.
It is the New Moon of February 2027: see the new Moon February 2027 for its void-of-course window and Moon name.
Greatest-eclipse time and place, local circumstances and central duration are computed with Astronomy Engine and rounded to the minute (durations to the second). Published values can differ by a few seconds. All 2027 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the annular solar eclipse of February 6, 2027?
The annular solar eclipse peaks at Feb 6, 2027, 10:59 AM ET (2027-02-06 15:59 UTC) at 17°38′ Aquarius, with greatest eclipse at 31.3°S, 48.5°W. Annularity (the “ring of fire”) lasts about 7 min 45 s there.
Where is the February 6, 2027 eclipse visible?
Not visible from the US cities we check. Elsewhere: São Paulo and Lagos. A solar eclipse is seen only where the Moon’s shadow falls; the total or annular phase only along a narrow path.
Can you see it from the United States?
No. It is not visible from New York, Chicago, Los Angeles or Honolulu.
How long does it last?
About 7 min 45 s of annularity (the “ring of fire”) at the point of greatest eclipse; shorter elsewhere along the path. The partial phases before and after last more than an hour at any one place.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
17°38′ Aquarius on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun and Moon are together in Aquarius.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A solar eclipse is a supercharged New Moon. Astrologers read it as a sudden opening or fresh start around friends, groups and future goals (Aquarius). It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Aquarius–Leo axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 17°38′ Aquarius or Leo.
Is it safe to watch?
Only with certified ISO 12312-2 eclipse glasses or a solar viewer for every partial phase. Looking at the Sun directly or through sunglasses, a camera or binoculars without a solar filter can damage your eyes. Only during totality itself, if you are in the path, is it safe to look without protection.
Astrology is a symbolic and cultural tradition. The planetary positions on this site are calculated with astronomical accuracy; the interpretations describe what astrologers associate with them and are not scientifically validated predictions about personality, relationships or the future.