ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Spain will see a total solar eclipse on Wednesday, the first time a total solar eclipse is visible from the mainland of Europe since 1999. Iceland will also experience a total solar eclipse, and RMSC says it will be the first time the country has seen one since 1954.
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But here at home, there’s still fun to be had! A partial solar eclipse will be visible on Wednesday afternoon, and RMSC is hosting a viewing party. RMSC says the moon will block 9.28% of the sun.
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the planetarium, guests can learn from astronomy experts and take a look at the partial eclipse. But of course, remember to wear your eclipse glasses. RMSC will have free eclipse glasses available at the Museum and Science Center and the Planetarium.
RMSC says the partial eclipse should begin at 12:57 p.m.. The maximum partial eclipse will be around 1:43 p.m., and the partial eclipse will end at 2:28 p.m.
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Back in 2024, Rochester was in the path of totality for a total solar eclipse, and our area experienced around three minutes of total darkness. That won’t be the case this year, so it’s important to wear the safety glasses.
News10NBC Meteorologist Nate Morris broke down the celestial event, which is one of many happening on Wednesday.
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