What the 2027 eclipse looks like in Tangier
Tangier is a major Moroccan gateway inside the 2027 path of totality. It is one of the strongest cross-border comparison points because Gibraltar and Tarifa sit nearby on the opposite side of the Strait.
Tangier combines airport, ferry and lodging infrastructure, making it useful for both astronomy planning and travel comparison.
Tangier eclipse times and circumstances
The table below uses the published reference coordinate, not a city-wide average. Times are shown in UTC so the underlying calculation stays unambiguous. Convert the UTC times to the observing location’s local timezone before the event; the underlying astronomical calculation stays the same.
| Eclipse type | total |
|---|---|
| Obscuration at maximum | 100.0% |
| Partial eclipse begins | 07:40:30 UTC |
| Totality begins | 08:44:32 UTC |
| Maximum eclipse | 08:46:58 UTC |
| Totality ends | 08:49:26 UTC |
| Partial eclipse ends | 10:00:13 UTC |
| Totality duration | 4m 54s |
| Sun altitude at maximum | 37.9° |
| Sun azimuth at maximum | 94.8° |
| Distance from modelled centerline | 7.6 km |
Historical August climate around Tangier
Historical climate helps compare destinations before a useful eclipse-day forecast exists. Eclipse Wayfinder uses the same August 2001–2025 NASA POWER climatology period for every published location, so the comparison window stays consistent.
Tangier historical climate snapshot
The solar clarity proxy compares all-sky surface solar energy with the modeled clear-sky value for the same NASA POWER grid. It is a long-term planning indicator, not the probability of a cloud-free eclipse.
| Solar clarity proxy | 93.6% |
|---|---|
| All-sky solar energy | 6.80 kWh/m²/day |
| Clear-sky solar energy | 7.26 kWh/m²/day |
| August mean temperature | 24.0°C |
| August mean relative humidity | 76% |
Tangier climate planning scores
NASA POWER August 2001–2025. Scores are planning proxies, not an eclipse-day forecast.
Should you stay in Tangier or move?
The best western-path choice can shift once historical climate, live weather and individual travel constraints are considered. Duration alone should not decide between Tangier, Gibraltar and Tarifa.
Compare the three Strait destinations together, then use Eclipse Finder for the exact property or observing-site coordinate you are considering.
The reference coordinate is about 7.6 km from the modelled centerline. Path depth matters because totality duration generally grows as you move away from an edge and toward the center, although the best real-world site can still depend on weather and access.
What to compare before choosing an observing site
For Tangier, useful comparison targets include Gibraltar, Tarifa, Cádiz. Compare the exact eclipse duration, Sun altitude, path margin, structural access, lodging depth and historical climate when available. Keep live road conditions, border rules and weather forecasts separate because they can change.
- Totality duration: how long the Sun is completely covered at the exact coordinate.
- Path margin: how far the location sits from the approximate edge of totality.
- Sun geometry: altitude and azimuth at maximum eclipse, useful for local horizon planning.
- Relocation flexibility: whether you can move if a later cloud forecast favors another part of the path.
- Local obstructions: buildings, terrain and trees are site-level issues and are not captured by the city reference coordinate.
How accurate are these Tangier eclipse calculations?
Eclipse Wayfinder calculates local circumstances with Astronomy Engine and validates the event geometry against NASA eclipse references. The city coordinate is visible because a single “Tangier time” can hide meaningful differences across a metropolitan area. Near the path edge, lunar mountains can also shift the true totality limit by kilometres, so the site does not recommend observing directly on a mathematical boundary.
Read the calculation methodology and data sources for the model, validation and climate rules.
Common planning questions
Is Tangier in totality in 2027?
Yes at the Tangier reference coordinate.
Can I compare Tangier with Gibraltar?
Yes. The comparator shows totality, Sun altitude, path margin and practical baselines side by side.
Does ferry access make Tangier automatically better?
No. Transport options are only one factor. Weather, duration, lodging and your ability to relocate also matter.
Are Tangier weather scores forecasts?
No. Historical climate scores are planning indicators, while live forecasts should be used close to eclipse day.
Authoritative planning sources
Use Eclipse Wayfinder for location comparison, then check the underlying references. NASA publishes the August 2, 2027 path data, while the American Astronomical Society maintains practical eclipse eye-safety guidance.