Today marks a momentous occasion in the celestial calendar as the Total Solar Eclipse of 2024 is set to grace the skies. This rare phenomenon occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow that completely blocks out the Sun's light. The path of totality for this eclipse will stretch across North America, offering viewers in certain regions a front-row seat to this awe-inspiring event.
The peak times for viewing this eclipse will vary depending on location, with some areas experiencing total darkness for several minutes. It is crucial for spectators to take proper precautions when observing this natural wonder, such as using protective eyewear to prevent damage to their eyes.
Every U.S. State will experience at least a partial solar eclipse today. If you want to check what time you'll be able to see the solar eclipse and find out what it may look like from your location check out this great interactive map from NASA.
A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth, casting a shadow on our planet. It appears almost exactly the same size as our sun and for those witnessing the event from the path of totality, it will completely cover the sun's visible disk.
During a total solar eclipse, the moon passes in front of the sun, blocking at least part of it from view. The last total solar eclipse was on Aug. 21, 2017.
While the New York City area is not in the path of totality, city residents will see a partial eclipse, which will start just after 2 p.m. on Monday.
A total eclipse occurs when the moon appears as the same size as the sun and blocks the entire disk, leading to a period of darkness lasting several minutes. The resulting "totality," when observers can see the outermost layer of the sun's atmosphere, known as the corona, confuses animals – nocturnal creatures stir and bird and insects fall silent.
Hundreds of cities in 13 states are on the path of totality for this year's total solar eclipse, which for those in the United States, will begin in Eagle Pass, Texas and end in Lee, Maine.
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