UpToWhereEclipse 2027 in Beni Mered: how long does totality last?
Beni Mered gets a solid 2m 26s of totality. That is a real eclipse with time to look around, though places nearer the centre line of the band do noticeably better.
Inside the path of totalityThe sky over Beni Mered, second by second
Drag through the eclipse, or press play. Every time, position and darkness level is computed for this exact spot.
Disc sizes are exaggerated so you can see the geometry; the track, the times and the darkness curve are computed from the eclipse elements for this exact point.
Local times
| Partial begins | 08:47:58 |
| Totality begins | 09:57:24 |
| Maximum | 09:58:37 |
| Totality ends | 09:59:50 |
| Partial ends | 11:15:21 |
All times are local for Africa/Algiers (UTC+1) on eclipse day.
Where exactly should you stand in Beni Mered?
Line the eclipsed Sun up with a ridge, a tower or a person, and get the spot to stand on and the second it happens.
Open the planner →Nearest spot with longer totality
Ouzera is about 30 km away and gets 4m 4s. Ouzera →
Frequently asked questions
Will the 2027 eclipse be total in Beni Mered?
Yes. Beni Mered is inside the path of totality on 2 August 2027, and totality lasts 2m 26s, from 09:57:24 to 09:59:50 local time.
What time is the eclipse in Beni Mered?
Maximum eclipse is at 09:58:37 local time (Africa/Algiers). The partial phase begins at 08:47:58 and ends at 11:15:21.
Will terrain block the view?
Almost certainly not. The Sun is 47° above the horizon here at maximum, so an obstruction would have to be extraordinarily close and tall. That was the decisive question for the 2026 eclipse, when the Sun was nearly setting, and it will be again for the January 2028 annular eclipse.