Solar Eclipse 2024: When, where and how to watch The Event

The Solar Eclipse of 2024 is anticipated to be a captivating celestial event that will capture the attention of skygazers around the world. Scheduled to occur on April 8 this year.

Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Date and time

The total solar eclipse scheduled for Monday, April 8, 2024. North America is projected to take place over the Pacific coast of Mexico at approximately 11:07 a.m. PDT, according to NASA. 

Texas will experience totality at 1:27 p.m. CDT,  The eclipse is anticipated to reach Maine at 3:35 p.m. EDT in the United States before advancing into the Maritime Provinces of Canada.   

How to watch the total solar eclipse 2024

Directly looking at the sun without proper eye protection is hazardous, except during the brief total phase of a total solar eclipse

To safely watch a total solar eclipse, use certified solar viewing glasses, ensuring they meet safety standards. Create a pinhole projector for indirect viewing or employ solar filters on telescopes/binoculars.