Total Solar Eclipse
Australia · New Zealand
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In 21 months
Why this matters
The path of totality crosses Australia from the northwest, passes over Sydney and continues toward New Zealand.
Total eclipses almost never fall over a major city. This one darkens Sydney Harbour in the middle of the day, which makes it one of the most accessible total eclipses of the decade.
How rare is it?
- Rarity classification
- ONCE IN DECADES
- Recurrence
- Totality crosses a given city only once every few centuries on average. Sydney last saw one in 1857.
When
22 July 2028
Global maximum around 02:56 UTC — timing at your viewing location may differ.
Totality zone & accommodation planning
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Planning timeline
12 months before
Decide whether this is something you want to experience.
8 months before
Start comparing destinations along the path.
6 months before
Accommodation and organised tours become relevant.
1 month before
Prepare certified eye protection and any camera equipment.
7 days before
Weather forecasts become useful for choosing a final spot.
48 hours before
Check final viewing conditions and travel times.
Prepare
Certified eclipse glasses
Eye protection meeting the ISO 12312-2 standard is required at every stage except totality itself.
Solar filter for cameras and telescopes
Any optical instrument pointed at the Sun needs a dedicated front-mounted solar filter.