Rare Solar Eclipse In 2027 To Last Over 6 Minutes: Will India See The Longest Surya Grahan Of The Century?

A rare and historic celestial event is set to take place in 2027 when one of the longest solar eclipses (Surya Grahan( in nearly a century will be visible across parts of the world. According to reports,

the total solar eclipse will occur on August 2, 2027 and will last for 6 minutes and 23 seconds, making it the longest solar eclipse recorded in more than 100 years.What Is Solar Eclipse? During a total solar eclipse, the Moon moves directly between the Earth and the Sun, completely blocking sunlight for a short period. As the sunlight fades, the sky turns dark, the temperature drops slightly and a few stars and planets may appear, creating a twilight-like scene during the day.Full List Of Cities 2027 Solar EclipseAccording to NASA, the eclipse’s path of totality, where the Sun will be completely covered will pass through several regions. It will move across parts of southern Europe, including Spain and Portugal, then cross North Africa, covering countries like Morocco, Algeria, Libya and Egypt. The eclipse will then travel through the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia and Yemen, before passing over Somalia and moving into the Indian Ocean.ALSO READ: Comet 3I/ATLAS Approaches Earth On Dec 19: What We Know And How You Might Spot It The path of totality will be about 100 to 200 kilometres wide.Will India See The Longest Solar Eclipse?India will not witness a total solar eclipse during this event, as the country lies outside the path of totality. However, people in parts of Western India, including Gujarat and Maharashtra will be able to see a partial solar eclipse.According to estimates, the partial eclipse in India is expected to be visible between 3:34 PM and 5:53 PM IST, depending on location. While the Sun will not be fully covered, viewers will still experience a noticeable dimming of sunlight.Why Is This Solar Eclipse Special?The 2027 eclipse is unusually long because the Moon will be at a point where it appears slightly larger from Earth, allowing it to block the Sun for a longer duration. Such long-lasting eclipses are extremely rare and offer valuable opportunities for scientific observation.