Quick Facts - The Great North American Total Solar Eclipse of April 8th 2024

The 2024 Great North American Solar Eclipse will be the most viewed eclipse in human history. There will be huge media attention; Weather on April 8^th is predicted to be generally fair (although clouds can occur anywhere); There are large populations in cities located on and near the eclipse path; There is ease of access to observe the total eclipse due to the extensive highway system in USA; Everyone in the continental USA will see at least a partial eclipse. In all cases, safe solar viewing must be observed in the sun’s partial phases.

The eclipse path crosses 15 states across some of the most densely populated areas of the USA. Those states include Texas; Oklahoma; Arkansas; Missouri; Tennessee; Kentucky; Illinois; Indiana; Ohio; Michigan; Pennsylvania; New York; Vermont; New Hampshire; Maine.

Want to see both eclipses from the same place? Then join us for Part 2 of the Crossroads of the Eclipses Expeditions in April 2024 in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas, just west of historic San Antonio. Visit www.explorescientific.com/eclipse for more details on how to sign up.

The next total solar eclipse in the USA will not occur for another 20 years on August 23, 2044.

The duration of totality is longer than the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse due to the eccentric orbit of the moon which will block out the sun for over 4 minutes as the eclipse path enters Texas.

The 2017 Total Eclipse of the Sun by Carlos Hernandez

The next total solar eclipse in the USA will not occur for another 20 years, on August 23, 2044. The duration of totality for the 2024 eclipse is longer than the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse, lasting over 4 minutes as the eclipse path enters Texas. To truly experience the awe and beauty of a solar eclipse, being in the path of totality is essential. Witnessing a solar eclipse with 99% coverage does not compare to the incredible, life-changing experience of a 100% total eclipse.

Ensure you have authentic and safe ISO-rated eclipse glasses to view the partial phases safely. In 2017, the market was flooded with counterfeit glasses that did not meet safety standards, so it's crucial to verify the authenticity of your eclipse glasses.

For more information and updates, visit www.explorescientific.com/eclipse.

Updated: March 20th, 2024