The total solar eclipse scheduled for August 2, 2027, has already caused hotel and vacation rental reservations in southern Spain to be practically sold out. Given that this astronomical event will draw a large number of observers to a very limited area, securing accommodations so far in advance has become an almost impossible task for enthusiasts.
The path of totality for this phenomenon will mainly cross North Africa, covering areas of Morocco, Algeria, and Egypt, where the total darkness phase will last up to seven minutes. The northern edge of that same path will cross the southern part of the Iberian Peninsula, allowing the total eclipse to be observed along the coasts of Cádiz, Málaga, Granada, and Almería. Of particular note is Ceuta, where the total phase will last four minutes.
Better conditions but less space
Unlike the eclipse that will cross the Iberian Peninsula in 2026, the 2027 event will take place in the morning. This offers a significant advantage for viewing, as the sun will be very high above the horizon. This elevation will make the phenomenon visible from almost anywhere within the path of totality, even in large urban centers such as the city of Málaga itself—all it will take is finding an unobstructed spot between the buildings.
Despite these excellent viewing conditions, the area of Spanish territory that will be in total shadow will be much smaller than during last year’s astronomical event. This geographical limitation will result in a massive influx of people into a narrow strip of land, causing extremely high congestion in the affected municipalities.
Although the sun’s position will ensure that the spectacle is easily observable from the streets of the Andalusian and Ceuta cities involved, the main obstacle for those planning to travel to enjoy the totality will still be the lack of available beds.