2027 Total Solar Eclipse in Somalia: Timings & Travel
Bosaso is the curated starting point for comparing the eastern land route. The catalogue can show astronomy and geographic distances, but it does not establish transport availability or access. Check current official advice before travel planning.
On , 4 of the 6 Somalia catalogue locations receive totality. The longest sampled duration is 5m 26s at Ras Hafun. This is a comparison of stored locations, not a national maximum across every coordinate.
Viewing locations and local timings
Open a detailed destination for local contact times and timezone, or a map link for the exact calculation. Times apply at the pin; nearby buildings, terrain and access must be assessed separately.
| Location | Totality | Local maximum · 2 August 2027 | Centre-line distance ≈ | Historical daily cloud | Nearby airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BosasoSomalia | 4m 00s | 14:00:10Africa/Mogadishu | 89.7 km | 48.5% mean150 days · 2016–2025 | Bender Qassim International Airport (BSA)5 km straight-line |
Historical weather coverage
1 stored regional weather grid match catalogue coordinates in Somalia. Compare the daily cloud means above and read a destination page for the complete sample. These observations describe previous eclipse seasons, not the weather at maximum eclipse in 2027. Compare the historical weather methodology and available regions.
Airports, accommodation and places of interest
The airport column offers a starting point for planning arrival. Distances are straight-line, and same-country airports are preferred. Open a destination’s accommodation link to check a provider search, or select a map pin to inspect transport and nearby attractions. No flight, room or site availability is implied.
Explore more of the country’s catalogue
These additional points help compare the path and build a wider itinerary. Locations with only basic catalogue descriptions open directly on the map. Partial-eclipse stops require a separate journey into totality.
| Location | Totality | Local maximum · 2 August 2027 | Centre-line distance ≈ | Historical daily cloud | Nearby airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamadaya WaterfallsSomalia | Partial only | 13:58:20Africa/Mogadishu | 276.9 km | Not stored | Bender Qassim International Airport (BSA)215 km straight-line |
| Cal MadowSomalia | Partial only | 13:58:20Africa/Mogadishu | 276.9 km | Not stored | Bender Qassim International Airport (BSA)215 km straight-line |
| Cape GuardafuiSomalia | 2m 54s | 14:02:04Africa/Mogadishu | 109.2 km | Not stored | Bender Qassim International Airport (BSA)241 km straight-line |
| Francesco Crispi LighthouseSomalia | 2m 54s | 14:02:04Africa/Mogadishu | 109.2 km | Not stored | Bender Qassim International Airport (BSA)241 km straight-line |
| Ras HafunSomalia | 5m 26s | 14:04:36Africa/Mogadishu | 3.9 km | Not stored | Bender Qassim International Airport (BSA)265 km straight-line |
Continue along the path
Calculated astronomy uses NASA / Fred Espenak Besselian elements, a sea-level WGS84 observer and a smooth lunar limb. Historical weather is regional context, not a forecast. Airport routes, site access, travel advice and accommodation availability require current checks. Read the Sources & method.