# 2027 total solar eclipse in North Africa and Middle East > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2027-total-solar-eclipse-in-north-africa-and-middle-east > Updated: 2026-08-23T02:29:09.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2. A total solar eclipse scheduled for August 2, 2027, is expected to feature an exceptionally long duration of approximately 6 minutes and 22 to 23 seconds. This event is noted as being the longest total solar eclipse observable on land until the year 2114. The path of totality will traverse southern Spain, the Strait of Gibraltar, North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Saudi Arabia and Yemen before concluding in the Indian Ocean. Key regions in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt are expected to experience the full eclipse. In Egypt, the city of Luxor is a primary observation site. Due to the rarity of the event, over 90% of available accommodations in Luxor have already been booked. To manage the anticipated influx of tourists and astronomers, Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, has formed a committee to organize special events and ensure visitor safety. While the region's clear skies provide ideal viewing conditions, extreme heat in areas like Egypt may pose challenges for spectators. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: Luxor prepares for rare total solar eclipse in 2027 Luxor, Egypt, is set to host a rare total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027, lasting over 6 minutes. High demand has already led to 90% accommodation bookings in the historic city. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luxor-prepares-for-rare-total-solar-eclipse-in-2027 ### 2026-08-18: 2027 Total Solar Eclipse to feature 6-minute duration in North Africa On August 2, 2027, a rare total solar eclipse will occur, lasting 6 minutes and 23 seconds. The path of totality will cross Spain, North Africa, and the Middle East, with Luxor, Egypt, offering peak visibility. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/solar-eclipse-on-august-2-2027-to-be-longest-in-150-years --- Cite as: 2027 total solar eclipse in North Africa and Middle East. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/2027-total-solar-eclipse-in-north-africa-and-middle-east