Five eclipses occur during 2027: two solar and three lunar. Four of the five fall on the Capricorn-Cancer axis, reflecting the Rahu-Ketu nodal transit through this axis during 2026 to 2028. The fifth (the February 21 lunar eclipse in Leo) sits off-axis. This page provides verified sidereal dates, IST times, nakshatra placements, padas, and KP sub-lord notation for all five eclipses. Use it as a practitioner reference for chart casting, transit timing, and eclipse-window planning throughout 2027.
2027 Eclipse Quick Reference
| Date (IST) | Type | Sign | Nakshatra |
| Feb 6, 2027 | Annular Solar | Capricorn | Dhanishta |
| Feb 21, 2027 | Penumbral Lunar | Leo | Magha |
| Jul 18, 2027 | Penumbral Lunar | Capricorn | Uttara Ashadha |
| Aug 2, 2027 | Total Solar | Cancer | Pushya |
| Aug 17, 2027 | Penumbral Lunar | Capricorn | Dhanishta |
Headline event: The August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse in Pushya nakshatra is the most significant eclipse of the year and one of the longest total eclipses of the century (totality duration approximately 6 minutes 23 seconds at peak).
For interpretive analysis of how these eclipses interact with the Rahu-Ketu Capricorn-Cancer axis transit, see the Eclipses 2027 on the Capricorn-Cancer Axis reference. This page focuses on verified data: dates, times, positions, nakshatras, padas, and sub-lords for chart casting and timing reference.
February 6, 2027: Annular Solar Eclipse in Capricorn
The first solar eclipse of 2027 is annular, with the Moon appearing smaller than the Sun and producing a “ring of fire” effect at the path of annularity. The path crosses the southern Atlantic Ocean and parts of Antarctica, with partial visibility from southern Africa and southern South America. India sees no visibility.
| Reference Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Date (IST) | February 6, 2027, 21:29 IST |
| Date (UTC) | February 6, 2027, 15:59 UTC |
| Eclipse Type | Annular Solar (Central) |
| Sun position | 23° 23′ 26″ Capricorn |
| Moon position | 23° 25′ 03″ Capricorn |
| Nakshatra | Dhanishta (ruled by Mars) |
| Pada | 1st pada (Leo navamsa) |
| KP Sub-Lord (Sun) | Mars |
| KP Sub-Lord (Moon) | Mars |
| Rahu position | 26° 39′ 50″ Capricorn (Dhanishta, sub-lord Jupiter) |
| Ayanamsa (Lahiri) | 24° 14′ 08″ |
Technical observation: This eclipse occurs with Sun, Moon, and Rahu all in Dhanishta nakshatra simultaneously, with the Sun and Moon less than 4 degrees from Rahu. This is a tightly nodal eclipse configuration. The shared Mars sub-lord assignment for both luminaries reinforces the Mars-driven Dhanishta themes (rhythm, accumulation, group endeavor, achievement-oriented restructuring). For the underlying Dhanishta interpretation, see the Dhanishta nakshatra reference.
February 21, 2027: Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Leo
This penumbral lunar eclipse is the only off-axis eclipse of 2027. Moon enters Earth’s outer (penumbral) shadow rather than the umbra, producing a subtle dimming rather than the dramatic darkening of total or partial eclipses. Penumbral eclipses are interpreted with reduced intensity in Vedic astrology compared to umbral lunar eclipses.
| Reference Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Date (IST) | February 21, 2027, 04:42 IST |
| Date (UTC) | February 20, 2027, 23:12 UTC |
| Eclipse Type | Penumbral Lunar |
| Moon position | 7° 44′ 36″ Leo |
| Sun position | 7° 50′ 45″ Aquarius |
| Moon Nakshatra | Magha (ruled by Ketu) |
| Moon Pada | 3rd pada (Sagittarius navamsa) |
| Sun Nakshatra | Shatabhisha (ruled by Rahu) |
| KP Sub-Lord (Moon) | Jupiter |
| KP Sub-Lord (Sun) | Rahu |
| Rahu position | 25° 54′ 22″ Capricorn (Dhanishta, sub-lord Rahu) |
Technical observation: The Moon-Sun-Rahu configuration places Moon in Magha (Ketu-ruled) opposite Sun in Shatabhisha (Rahu-ruled), with Rahu approximately 18 degrees away from the eclipse axis. The wider nodal orb explains the penumbral classification rather than full umbral. The Magha-Shatabhisha axis combines themes of ancestral lineage (Magha) with healing and breakthrough (Shatabhisha). For deeper context on Magha, see the Magha nakshatra reference.
July 18, 2027: Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Capricorn (Gandanta)
This penumbral lunar eclipse falls in the gandanta zone at the very beginning of Capricorn (1° 42′ Capricorn), making it astrologically sensitive despite its penumbral classification. Gandanta degrees (the 0° to 3° 20′ range of Aries, Leo, Sagittarius and the 26° 40′ to 30° range of Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces) are considered karmic transition points in Vedic astrology.
| Reference Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Date (IST) | July 18, 2027, 21:33 IST |
| Date (UTC) | July 18, 2027, 16:03 UTC |
| Eclipse Type | Penumbral Lunar |
| Moon position | 1° 42′ 55″ Capricorn (gandanta-adjacent) |
| Sun position | 1° 34′ 44″ Cancer |
| Moon Nakshatra | Uttara Ashadha (ruled by Sun) |
| Moon Pada | 2nd pada (Capricorn navamsa) |
| Sun Nakshatra | Punarvasu (ruled by Jupiter) |
| Sun Pada | 4th pada (Cancer navamsa) |
| KP Sub-Lord (Moon) | Jupiter |
| KP Sub-Lord (Sun) | Rahu |
| Rahu position | 18° 04′ 44″ Capricorn (Shravana, sub-lord Mercury) |
Technical observation: The Sun in Punarvasu’s 4th pada (Cancer navamsa) and Moon in Uttara Ashadha’s 2nd pada (Capricorn navamsa) creates a navamsa axis that mirrors the rashi axis: both rashi and navamsa show the eclipse on the Cancer-Capricorn axis. This double-emphasis configuration is unusual and intensifies the structural and emotional themes of the eclipse despite its penumbral classification. The Sun’s proximity to the Cancer-Gemini cusp and Moon’s proximity to the Capricorn-Sagittarius cusp adds gandanta sensitivity.
August 2, 2027: Total Solar Eclipse in Pushya (Major Event)
The August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse is the most significant eclipse of 2027 and one of the longest total solar eclipses of the 21st century. Totality at peak lasts approximately 6 minutes 23 seconds, occurring along a path from Spain through Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Somalia. The path of totality is approximately 258 km wide at maximum.
| Reference Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Date (IST) | August 2, 2027, 15:36 IST |
| Date (UTC) | August 2, 2027, 10:06 UTC |
| Eclipse Type | Total Solar (Central) |
| Sun position | 15° 40′ 19″ Cancer |
| Moon position | 15° 41′ 10″ Cancer |
| Nakshatra | Pushya (ruled by Saturn) |
| Pada | 4th pada (Pisces navamsa) |
| KP Sub-Lord (Sun) | Jupiter |
| KP Sub-Lord (Moon) | Jupiter |
| Rahu position | 17° 17′ 50″ Capricorn (Shravana 3rd pada, sub-lord Saturn) |
| Ketu position | 17° 17′ 50″ Cancer (Pushya 4th pada, sub-lord Saturn) |
| Ayanamsa (Lahiri) | 24° 14′ 33″ |
| Path Visibility | Spain, North Africa, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Somalia |
| Maximum totality duration | ~6 minutes 23 seconds |
Technical observation: This eclipse occurs with Sun, Moon, and Ketu within 2 degrees of each other, all in Pushya nakshatra in Cancer. The Pushya 4th pada places the eclipse in Pisces navamsa, adding a spiritual and dissolutional dimension to the analytical Pushya quality. The Saturn rulership of Pushya combined with Jupiter sub-lord creates a Saturn-Jupiter-flavored eclipse: discipline, structure, dharmic responsibility, and karmic completion all woven together.
Three structural factors elevate this eclipse’s significance. First, it is a total solar eclipse with extended totality (over 6 minutes), one of the longest of the century. Second, it occurs near Ketu (within 2 degrees), making it a south node-driven eclipse with karmic completion themes rather than a Rahu-driven eclipse with karmic acceleration themes. Third, it falls during the active phase of the Rahu-Ketu Capricorn-Cancer axis transit, intensifying the axis’s broader narrative. For the broader transit context, see the Rahu-Ketu Transit 2026-2028 guide.
Pushya nakshatra is associated with nourishment, spiritual stability, dharmic strength, and the principle of supporting growth in others. A total solar eclipse here activates themes of leadership transitions in dharmic contexts, restructuring of caretaking responsibilities, and karmic completion of long-standing teaching or guiding roles. For deeper context on Pushya, see the Pushya nakshatra reference.
August 17, 2027: Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Capricorn
The final eclipse of 2027 follows just 15 days after the August 2 total solar eclipse, completing the second eclipse season of the year. Moon is eclipsed in late Capricorn at the very end of Dhanishta nakshatra (29° 49′ Capricorn), placing it again in a gandanta-adjacent position.
| Reference Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Date (IST) | August 17, 2027, 12:43 IST |
| Date (UTC) | August 17, 2027, 07:13 UTC |
| Eclipse Type | Penumbral Lunar |
| Moon position | 29° 49′ 39″ Capricorn (gandanta-adjacent) |
| Sun position | 29° 56′ 24″ Cancer (gandanta-adjacent) |
| Moon Nakshatra | Dhanishta (ruled by Mars) |
| Moon Pada | 2nd pada (Virgo navamsa) |
| Sun Nakshatra | Ashlesha (ruled by Mercury) |
| Sun Pada | 4th pada (Pisces navamsa) |
| KP Sub-Lord (Moon) | Saturn |
| KP Sub-Lord (Sun) | Saturn |
| Rahu position | 16° 30′ 31″ Capricorn (Shravana, sub-lord Saturn) |
Technical observation: Both luminaries sit at gandanta-adjacent degrees (Sun at 29° 56′ Cancer near the Cancer-Leo cusp, Moon at 29° 49′ Capricorn near the Capricorn-Aquarius cusp). Both also share Saturn sub-lord. This Saturn-driven gandanta-adjacent eclipse reinforces themes of structural completion, karmic obligation closure, and the natural transition out of one phase into the next. The Sun’s position in Ashlesha 4th pada creates symmetry with the August 2 solar eclipse (which was in Pushya 4th pada), suggesting these two eclipses function as a connected pair completing the Cancer-axis themes initiated by the total solar eclipse.
2027 Eclipse Season Windows
Eclipses always occur in pairs (or triplets) within approximately two weeks of each other, because the Sun must be near a lunar node for any eclipse to happen. The 2027 eclipse season windows are summarized below for practitioners planning timing-sensitive activities.
| Eclipse Season | Window Start | Window End | Eclipses Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2027 | February 6, 2027 | February 21, 2027 | Annular Solar (Capricorn) + Penumbral Lunar (Leo) |
| July-August 2027 | July 18, 2027 | August 17, 2027 | Penumbral Lunar (Capricorn) + Total Solar (Cancer) + Penumbral Lunar (Capricorn) |
The July-August 2027 eclipse window is unusually extended, containing three eclipses across one month. This three-eclipse cluster is rarer than the typical two-eclipse window and reflects the Sun’s slower passage near the Cancer-Capricorn nodal axis during this period. Practitioners typically avoid major auspicious initiations across the entire 30-day July-August window in such configurations.
Sub-Lord Reference for All 2027 Eclipses
For KP practitioners, the sub-lord assignments at each eclipse degree provide additional analytical depth. The following table consolidates sub-lord notation for all five eclipses for quick reference.
| Eclipse Date | Sun Sub-Lord | Moon Sub-Lord | Rahu Sub-Lord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 (Solar) | Mars | Mars | Jupiter |
| Feb 21, 2027 (Lunar) | Rahu | Jupiter | Rahu |
| Jul 18, 2027 (Lunar) | Rahu | Jupiter | Mercury |
| Aug 2, 2027 (Solar) | Jupiter | Jupiter | Saturn |
| Aug 17, 2027 (Lunar) | Saturn | Saturn | Saturn |
Pattern observation: The 2027 eclipse year shows clear sub-lord clustering. The first eclipse season (February) emphasizes Mars-Rahu-Jupiter sub-lords. The second eclipse season (July-August) emphasizes Jupiter-Saturn sub-lords, with the August 17 eclipse showing complete Saturn dominance across all three nodal points. Practitioners can use these sub-lord patterns to weight which eclipse most strongly affects matters tied to specific planetary significations in their natal charts. For sub-lord theory background, see the sub-lord theory complete reference.
2027 Eclipses on the Capricorn-Cancer Axis
Four of the five 2027 eclipses fall on the Capricorn-Cancer axis, reflecting the active Rahu-Ketu nodal transit through this axis during 2026 to 2028. This axis emphasis is unusual: most years see eclipses scattered across multiple sign axes, but 2027’s concentration on a single axis intensifies the narrative impact of the year’s eclipse cycle.
| Eclipse | Sign | Axis Connection |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 (Solar Annular) | Capricorn (23° 23′) | On axis (north node side) |
| Feb 21, 2027 (Lunar Penumbral) | Leo (7° 44′) | Off axis |
| Jul 18, 2027 (Lunar Penumbral) | Capricorn (1° 42′) | On axis (north node side, gandanta-adjacent) |
| Aug 2, 2027 (Solar Total) | Cancer (15° 40′) | On axis (south node side, near Ketu) |
| Aug 17, 2027 (Lunar Penumbral) | Capricorn (29° 49′) | On axis (north node side, gandanta-adjacent) |
The dominance of Capricorn-Cancer axis eclipses suggests 2027 is structurally a year of activation for matters governed by these signs in individual charts. Capricorn governs ambition, structure, hierarchy, public reputation, and karma yoga. Cancer governs home, mother, emotional foundation, nourishment, and the public mood. Together they form the axis of public-private balance, structural-emotional integration, and the negotiation between worldly responsibility and inner sustenance.
Quick House Activation Reference by Ascendant
Use this table to identify which house the August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse activates in your chart. Find your ascendant in the left column and read the corresponding house position. The same Cancer-Capricorn axis pattern applies to four of the five 2027 eclipses, so this table also approximates the activation for the February 6, July 18, and August 17 eclipses (which fall in Capricorn opposite this Cancer eclipse).
| Ascendant | House Activated by Aug 2 (Cancer) | House Activated by Capricorn Eclipses |
|---|---|---|
| Aries | 4th house | 10th house |
| Taurus | 3rd house | 9th house |
| Gemini | 2nd house | 8th house |
| Cancer | 1st house | 7th house |
| Leo | 12th house | 6th house |
| Virgo | 11th house | 5th house |
| Libra | 10th house | 4th house |
| Scorpio | 9th house | 3rd house |
| Sagittarius | 8th house | 2nd house |
| Capricorn | 7th house | 1st house |
| Aquarius | 6th house | 12th house |
| Pisces | 5th house | 11th house |
For interpretive analysis of how each house activation manifests for each ascendant, see the Eclipses 2027 on the Capricorn-Cancer Axis companion article. The data on this page focuses on the verified astronomical and KP-technical facts; the companion article covers interpretive narrative.
Methodology and Verification
All eclipse positions on this page are calculated using Swiss Ephemeris with the Lahiri (Chitra Paksha) ayanamsa. Times are given in Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) for international reference. Sub-lord assignments use standard KP unequal nakshatra sub-divisions proportional to Vimshottari dasha years.
Three considerations apply when using this reference. First, eclipse times are given for the moment of maximum eclipse (greatest magnitude). The eclipse itself spans approximately 2 to 4 hours from first contact through last contact. Second, sub-lord assignments may shift slightly for practitioners using strictly KP New ayanamsa rather than Lahiri. The 5 to 6 arc-minute KP Old offset can shift sub-lords for positions within 6 arc-minutes of a sub-boundary, which applies to a small number of cases on this page. Third, gandanta classifications use the standard 26° 40′ to 30° range for water-fire transitions and 0° to 3° 20′ for fire-water transitions; eclipses within 1 degree of these boundaries are noted as gandanta-adjacent.
For practitioners verifying these values in Jagannatha Hora, use the Utilities → Transits / Gochar feature with the dates and times listed above. Set ayanamsa to Lahiri (Chitra Paksha) under Settings before verifying. Small arc-second discrepancies between Swiss Ephemeris and JHora output are normal and reflect the ayanamsa convention used by each implementation. For the broader Lahiri ayanamsa context, see the Lahiri ayanamsa reference.
Related References
- Eclipses 2027 on the Capricorn-Cancer Axis: Interpretive analysis with career and relationship trigger windows
- Rahu-Ketu Transit 2026-2028 Complete Guide: The nodal axis context underlying 2027’s eclipse cycle
- Rahu-Ketu Transit 2027 Ascendant Predictions: Detailed ascendant-by-ascendant transit analysis
- Eclipse 2026 Complete Guide: Previous year’s eclipse cycle for comparison
- Lahiri Ayanamsa Reference: Ayanamsa values used in eclipse calculations
- Vedic Planetary Transit Calendar 2025-2035: All major sign changes and transit dates
Frequently Asked Questions
How many eclipses occur in 2027?
Five eclipses occur during 2027: two solar and three lunar. The solar eclipses are the annular solar on February 6 in Capricorn (Dhanishta) and the total solar on August 2 in Cancer (Pushya). The three lunar eclipses are the penumbral lunar on February 21 in Leo (Magha), the penumbral lunar on July 18 in Capricorn (Uttara Ashadha), and the penumbral lunar on August 17 in Capricorn (Dhanishta). Four of the five eclipses fall on the Capricorn-Cancer axis, reflecting the active Rahu-Ketu nodal transit through this axis during 2026 to 2028.
When is the August 2 2027 total solar eclipse?
The August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse occurs at maximum eclipse at 15:36 IST (10:06 UTC). The Sun and Moon are both at 15° 40′ Cancer in Pushya nakshatra, 4th pada. The path of totality crosses Spain, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Somalia. Maximum totality duration is approximately 6 minutes 23 seconds, making this one of the longest total solar eclipses of the 21st century. India does not see totality but observes the broader astronomical context.
Why are most 2027 eclipses on the Capricorn-Cancer axis?
Eclipses can only occur when Sun-Moon alignments happen near the lunar nodes (Rahu and Ketu). During 2027, Rahu transits Capricorn and Ketu transits Cancer, which means the Sun’s annual path crosses the nodal axis only when it’s near Cancer or Capricorn (around January-February near Capricorn, and around July-August near Cancer). This astronomical configuration produces the unusual concentration of 2027 eclipses on a single axis. The pattern reflects the Rahu-Ketu Capricorn-Cancer transit that runs from late 2026 through mid-2028.
Are penumbral lunar eclipses considered significant in Vedic astrology?
Penumbral lunar eclipses are interpreted with reduced intensity compared to total or partial umbral eclipses. The Moon enters Earth’s outer (penumbral) shadow rather than the umbra, producing only a subtle dimming. Three of the five 2027 eclipses are penumbral, which suggests the year’s eclipse intensity is concentrated primarily in the two solar events (February 6 annular and August 2 total) rather than spread evenly across all five. Penumbral eclipses still activate the relevant nakshatra and house positions, but with shorter duration of acute effect.
What is the Pushya nakshatra significance for the August 2 2027 eclipse?
Pushya nakshatra (3° 20′ to 16° 40′ Cancer) is associated with nourishment, spiritual stability, dharmic strength, and supporting the growth of others. Its ruler is Saturn, and its symbol is a flower or udder representing nourishment. A total solar eclipse in Pushya activates themes of leadership transitions in dharmic contexts, restructuring of caretaking roles, and karmic completion of long-standing teaching or guiding responsibilities. The August 2, 2027 eclipse falls in Pushya 4th pada (Pisces navamsa), adding spiritual and dissolutional themes to the analytical Pushya quality.
What does it mean that an eclipse falls in gandanta degrees?
Gandanta refers to the karmically sensitive zones at the boundaries between water and fire signs (the 26° 40′ to 30° range of Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces and the 0° to 3° 20′ range of Aries, Leo, Sagittarius). Three of the 2027 eclipses fall at gandanta-adjacent positions: the July 18 lunar (1° 42′ Capricorn, just past the Sagittarius-Capricorn cusp), and the August 17 lunar (29° 49′ Capricorn approaching the Capricorn-Aquarius cusp, with Sun at 29° 56′ Cancer near the Cancer-Leo cusp). Gandanta-adjacent eclipses carry intensified karmic transition themes despite their penumbral classification.
How do I find which house the 2027 eclipses activate in my chart?
Identify your ascendant (rising sign), then count houses from the ascendant to each eclipse sign. For Aries ascendant: 1st house is Aries, 2nd is Taurus, and so on through 12th house is Pisces. The August 2 eclipse in Cancer activates whichever house position Cancer holds in your chart. The four Capricorn-axis eclipses activate the house position where Capricorn falls in your chart. Use the house activation table on this page for quick reference. For interpretive analysis of what each house activation means, see the companion article on Capricorn-Cancer axis eclipses.
What sub-lord patterns appear across the 2027 eclipses?
The 2027 eclipses show two distinct sub-lord clusters. The February eclipse season emphasizes Mars-Rahu-Jupiter sub-lords (the Feb 6 solar shows Mars sub-lord for both luminaries, and the Feb 21 lunar shows Jupiter Moon sub-lord with Rahu Sun sub-lord). The July-August eclipse season emphasizes Jupiter-Saturn sub-lords, with the August 17 lunar showing complete Saturn dominance (all three nodal points show Saturn sub-lord). KP practitioners can use these sub-lord patterns to weight which eclipse most strongly affects matters tied to specific planetary significations in their natal charts.
Can I see the 2027 eclipses from India?
India sees no path of totality for either of the 2027 solar eclipses. The February 6 annular eclipse path crosses the southern Atlantic and Antarctica with partial visibility from southern Africa and southern South America. The August 2 total solar eclipse path crosses Spain, North Africa, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Somalia. The three lunar eclipses are all penumbral, which produce subtle effects visible only with careful observation. India observes the broader astronomical context for all five eclipses but does not see dramatic visual effects. Astrologically, eclipse effects are not strictly limited to the visibility path, so chart analysis remains valid regardless of geographic visibility.
What is the difference between this calendar and the Capricorn-Cancer axis article?
This calendar provides verified astronomical and KP-technical reference data: dates, times, sidereal positions, nakshatra placements, padas, and sub-lord notation for all five 2027 eclipses. The Capricorn-Cancer axis article provides interpretive analysis: what each eclipse means for career, relationships, and major life themes, with detailed ascendant-by-ascendant interpretation. The two pages serve complementary purposes. Use this calendar for chart casting, transit timing, and reference verification. Use the axis article for understanding what the data means for prediction and timing analysis.
Conclusion
The 2027 eclipse year is structurally unusual in two ways. First, the concentration of four eclipses on the Capricorn-Cancer axis reflects the active Rahu-Ketu transit through this axis. Second, the August 2 total solar eclipse in Pushya is one of the longest total eclipses of the century, with extended totality duration giving it elevated mundane and individual significance. Use this reference page for chart casting and timing verification. For interpretive analysis of how these eclipses interact with individual charts, see the companion Capricorn-Cancer axis article.