Key Features
Safety is the number one priority when viewing a total solar eclipse. Be sure you're familiar with when you need to wear specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing by reviewing these safety guidelines.
On Oct. 14, 2023 at 9:24am, an annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central, and South America. This eclipse will be visible for millions of people in the Western Hemisphere.
On April 8, 2024 at 11:12am, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk.
After the total solar eclipse on April 8th 2024, the next total solar eclipse that can be seen from the contiguous United States will be on August 23rd 2044.
Key Features
Safety is the number one priority when viewing a total solar eclipse. Be sure you're familiar with when you need to wear specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing by reviewing these safety guidelines.
On Oct. 14, 2023 at 9:24am, an annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central, and South America. This eclipse will be visible for millions of people in the Western Hemisphere.
On April 8, 2024 at 11:12am, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk.
After the total solar eclipse on April 8th 2024, the next total solar eclipse that can be seen from the contiguous United States will be on August 23rd 2044.