Interactive Map Shows Total Solar Eclipse of April 8
See Where the Path of Totality Will Be
An interactive map from Time and Date shows the path of totality for the total solar eclipse that will occur on April 8, 2024. The eclipse will be visible in a narrow path across North America, from Mexico to Canada. Observers within the path of totality will be able to see the moon completely block the sun, creating a breathtaking celestial event.
Where to See the Eclipse
The path of totality will begin in Mexico, crossing the states of Sinaloa, Durango, Zacatecas, San Luis Potosi, Guanajuato, Queretaro, Hidalgo, Puebla, Tlaxcala, and Veracruz. It will then enter the United States in Texas, crossing the cities of Del Rio, San Antonio, Austin, Waco, and Dallas. The eclipse will continue northeast across Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. It will then cross into Canada, passing through the provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
When to See the Eclipse
The total solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, at 1:18 PM CST. The eclipse will last for a maximum of 4 minutes and 28 seconds in the center of the path of totality. Observers outside of the path of totality will still be able to see a partial solar eclipse, but the moon will not completely block the sun.
How to View the Eclipse Safely
It is important to view the solar eclipse safely. Never look directly at the sun without proper eye protection, even during a total solar eclipse. Special eclipse glasses are available that will allow you to view the eclipse safely. It is also important to avoid using binoculars or telescopes to view the eclipse, as these devices can magnify the sun's rays and damage your eyes.
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