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Sydney total solar eclipse: July 22, 2028
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On July 22, 2028 the Moon's shadow crosses Australia from the Kimberley to New South Wales — and passes right over Sydney. Our computed figure is about 3m 50s of totality around 2 pm AEST. NASA lists the eclipse's maximum totality as 5m 10s (greatest eclipse 02:56 UT). A total eclipse over a world city is rare; the catch is that July is Sydney's winter, so cloud is a real risk.
Plan for the weather
- Book a refundable room in Sydney but be ready to drive inland — outback NSW (Dubbo ≈3m 55s, Bourke ≈4m 10s, computed) is drier.
- The Kimberley has the best dry-season odds but shorter totality (Wyndham ≈3m 25s, computed).
- Melbourne, Brisbane and Alice Springs are outside totality (computed).
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FAQ
Is Sydney in the path of totality in 2028?
Yes. By our calculation Sydney gets about 3 minutes 50 seconds of totality around 2 pm AEST on July 22, 2028.
What is the weather like in Sydney in July?
July is winter; many days are clear but cloud is possible. Inland NSW and northern Australia have better odds.
How long is the 2028 total solar eclipse?
NASA gives a maximum of 5 minutes 10 seconds at greatest eclipse; durations in Australian cities are shorter.
Related
Total Solar Eclipse — July 22, 2028 (Australia, New Zealand) · Australia & New Zealand: the July 22, 2028 total eclipse
Sources: eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov. "Computed" values were calculated with Astronomy Engine and may differ by a few seconds from official predictions. Always confirm before you travel.
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