Cruise Passengers Wowed By Total Solar Eclipse

Above, 2017's Great American Eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Back in 2017, I drove up to Idaho to see the Great American Eclipse. Although the drive was long, it was well worth it to see.

On Wednesday, a total solar eclipse took place and cruise lines had special cruises for people to travel to areas of optimal views. 

According to Travel Pulse:

On Wednesday, a total solar eclipse swept across portions of the Northern Hemisphere, as the Moon passed directly between Earth and the Sun and briefly blocked the Sun’s disk. The path of totality stretched from the Arctic through Greenland and Iceland and across Spain, with the surrounding regions experiencing a partial eclipse. 

The event drew millions of skywatchers, including many who watched from cruise ships positioned along the eclipse’s path. With ships able to move into areas offering favorable views—and the open ocean providing an unobstructed horizon—cruising offered a particularly memorable way to experience the brief darkness of totality.

To read more, go here. 

In the U.S., here are the upcoming solar eclipses (source: CBS News):

The next solar eclipse visible in the United States will occur on March 30, 2033, but totality will be limited to Alaska. The next total eclipse over the contiguous U.S. will happen on August 22, 2044.

Last Night

Last night, I stayed up to watch the signing of the bill ending the Democrats' government shutdown by President Trump.

While up, I also went outside to see if there's any visible aurora. 

Well, the bill signing went off without a hitch, putting an end to the shutdown.

Unfortunately, there was no aurora that I could see. I walked to a part of my front yard where no lights could wash out any views. There was no aurora that I could see.

I took the photo below from my porch. 

On Facebook, I posted it with this caption: The aurora is really impressive!

Tsuchinshan–ATLAS Comet

During last weekend's clampout in the Arizona desert, I tried to see the  C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan–ATLAS) comet.

Unfortunately, there was a bright moon so I had no such luck. Last night, it was cloudy out so I could not see it. I'll try again tonight.

The only comet I had been able to see, and photograph, was Hale-Bopp. It was bright enough to see without any effort even from downtown Los Angeles and from the Silverlake Reservoir. 

Below is one of my Hale-Bopp photographs taken near Agua Dulce in 1997:

Here's where the Tsuchinshan–ATLAS comet will be:

Photo by: Rob Perillo/KATC.

Path of April 8 Solar Eclipse

Above, the 2017 Great American Eclipse in totality. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The April 8 solar eclipse across North America is rapidly approaching.

The path of totality will be going south to north through Mexico and then the United States. 

If one is planning to go out and view the eclipse, planning ahead is essential as hotels, RV parks and campgrounds are beginning to be booked up.

I saw the Great American Eclipse from Roberts, Idaho in August 2017 and it was a memorable experience. The recent annular solar eclipse path took it directly over my home in New Mexico. All I had to do was to go out in the yard to see it.

The path of this year's solar eclipse is shown below:

Above, map provided by NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio.

Right now, I am considering either flying to Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas or driving the RV to Waco, Texas to view the eclipse. Since I had a great time in Fort Worth and Dallas in 2021, I wouldn't mind going there again and hang out at the Fort Worth Stockyards. I've been to Waco on a claims assignment back in 1992. So I have an idea of its terrain. It would be drive of over 700 miles from home. 

If I drive, I can also visit the LBJ Presidential Library and the LBJ Ranch during the trip. Both are around two hours away from Waco.

500% Spike In RV and Campground Bookings For Solar Eclipse

Above, my campsite at a Lava Hot Springs KOA during the
 2017 Great American Eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

April is not too far away. That means campsites along the path of totality of the April 8 solar eclipse are being gobbled up.

Now is the time (if one hasn't done so already) to reserve a campsite. 

Above, the solar eclipse in totality from Idaho in 2017. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

I went up to Idaho for the 2017 Great American Eclipse and it was an experience nobody should miss. The photos that accompany this blog post are from that trip.

According to Forbes, there's been a 500% spike in RV and campground bookings along the path of totality.

They posted an article that begins with:

If you’re yet to plan a trip to see North America’s total solar eclipse—the longest since 1806 and the last until 2033 in Alaska—it’s time to prepare.

On Monday, April 8, the rare sight of the sun’s corona around a new moon will be visible from a 115-mile wide path stretching from Mexico to Atlantic Canada via parts of 15 U.S. states. Everyone else on the continent will see just a regular partial solar eclipse.

You must get inside that path of totality—to not do so is to misunderstand how mind-blowing a totality solar eclipse is and its rarity. The experience of plummeting temperatures, wildlife going crazy, and the sight of the sun’s spiky white corona will leave you in disbelief at what you just saw. The next total solar eclipses in the U.S. are in Alaska in 2033, Canada, Montana/South Dakota in 2044 and coast-to-coast in the U.S. and beyond in 2045.

But hotels are now hard to come by—or else costly. The answer, of course, is to camp.

Above, my motorhome during the totality of the Great American Eclipse
from a viewing area near Roberts, Idaho. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

To read more, go here. 

"Ring of Fire" Eclipse

Above, the Ring of Fire eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The "Ring of Fire" annular eclipse of today is now history.

It was an interesting diversion. Unfortunately, my Canon camera didn't exactly cooperate today. Only a few photos at the beginning of the eclipse are somewhat recognizable. The others were total washouts.

Above, outside eclipse viewing.

It dawned on me afterwards that I didn't have a lens filter on. I completely forgot about it. I later remembered that I had trouble putting on a lens shade on the lens as the filter was in its way when I took my photos in 2017 of the Great American Eclipse.

However, today wasn't a total loss as I was able to get some photos with my cell phone camera. I put the solar shade glasses lens over the cell phone camera lens. That did the trick. 

The photos accompanying this blog post are all from my cell phone.  

After the eclipse watching, we gathered at Denny's at the Flying J for coffee and lunch. 

Above, the gang at Denny's. Photo courtesy of Russell Azbill.

Annular Solar Eclipse Over Navajo County

Above, the Great American Eclipse of 2017. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Saturday's annular eclipse will pass directly over the Four Corners.

While it will also pass over Monument Valley Tribal Park, Canyon de Chelly National Monument and Navajo National Monument, those places will be closed during the time of the eclipse for tribal eclipse cultural beliefs.

The Navajo-Hopi Observer has posted an article on the eclipse which also includes detailed map of the eclipse over the Four Corners. The map shows that the city of Albuquerque will be about dead center in the path.

The article begins with:

On Saturday, Oct. 14, at 10:29 a.m. MDT, a solar eclipse will pass through the Four Corners region, starting in the northwest U.S. and making its way southeast to Texas. While just a sliver of northwest Arizona will be under the sun’s rays when it is partially blocked by the moon, the eclipse path goes diagonally through all of New Mexico.

For it’s brief 28 mile trek through Arizona, Kayenta and Chinle will be in its path, cutting northwest of Ganado. In New Mexico, the phenomenom will take place above Window Rock, Gallup, Crown Point, Shiprock and Farmington.

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park (Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii in), Canyon de Chelly National Monument, and Navajo National Monument will all be under the eclipse pathway, and will be closed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT to honor the Navajo cultural beliefs.

Though thousands of people across the country will be donning protective eyewear and gazing up into the sky for the rare astrological event, many Navajos will be inside, paying their respects privately.

To read more, go here. 

10 "Weird" Things To Know About The "Ring of Fire" Solar Eclipse

Above, the start of the 2017 Great American Eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

We're only six days away from Saturday's "Ring of Fire" annular solar eclipse.

Since it is crossing directly over my home in Jamestown, New Mexico, all I have to do is step outside with my camera equipment. At least I won't have to travel anywhere to see it. I went to Roberts, Idaho to see the 2017 Great American Eclipse.

I have to remember to get my eclipse eyeglasses out of the motorhome. They are still good to use. I got them for the Great American Eclipse.

There are ten "weird" things about this eclipse that Forbes has posted. 

They start their list with:

When is the next solar eclipse? On Saturday, October 12, 2023 there will be a rare opportunity to witness a partial solar eclipse across North America—with 32 million Americans also able to glimpse a “ring of fire” for a few minutes.

Eclipse-chasers from all over the world will be traveling to Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Texas to see the peak of what is an annular (ring-shaped) solar eclipse, though outside of the 125 miles wide path a partial eclipse will be seen.

Here are 10 things to know about this rare celestial event taking place across the U.S. and beyond:

 To read more, go here.

Annular Solar Eclipse Safety Tips

Above, eclipse watchers during the 2017 Great American
Eclipse near Roberts, Idaho. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

For those planning to observe the annular solar eclipse on October 14, safety precautions must be taken to protect one's eyes from the damaging rays of the sun.

I have several pairs of solar glasses left over from the 2017 Great American Eclipse. They are still good to use. They have been safely put away in my motorhome.

From the American Academy of Ophthalmology:

The American Astronomical Society says modern eclipse glasses do not expire. If the glasses were compliant with the ISO 12312-2, and have no punctures, scratches or tears, and the filters/lenses remain attached to the frames, they will last.

Space.com has eight safety tips for observing the eclipse.

They begin with:

A solar eclipse will be visible across North, Central and South America on Oct. 14, and it promises to be a landmark event. 

Everyone in the U.S. will see a partial solar eclipse, with those farther west seeing a much larger chunk taken out of the sun.

Only from a path 125 miles (200 kilometers) wide running from Oregon through Texas — via California, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado and New Mexico — will observers get to see a "ring of fire," as a slightly smaller-than-average new moon obscures about 90% of the sun for up to almost five minutes (annularity). Our annular solar eclipse 2023 guide tells you everything you need to know about North America's "ring of fire" eclipse. 

For some specific regions — notably the high-elevation Colorado Plateau, where many eclipse-chasers will head — there are some particular safety issues to be aware of. However, everyone in the continent needs to be aware of how to stay safe on eclipse day for an event that will take up to about three hours, depending on the exact location.

While this is an exciting and unique experience, it's crucial to prioritize safety when observing the eclipse. Here are eight tips to ensure safe and enjoyable viewing of this exciting and unique event, which won't happen again in the U.S. until June 21, 2039 in Alaska.  

 To read more, go here.

Mesa Verde Eclipse Viewing Information

Above, Cliff Palace at Mesa Verde National Park. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Since Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park will be closed due to tribal eclipse rituals, the next best place to view the annular eclipse on October 14 in the Four Corners would be Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado.

The path of the eclipse will take it over the park.

However, there's just one problem: if there's still a government shutdown on October 14, Mesa Verde National Park will be closed. That's unless the state of Colorado pays to keep it open.

In case there's no shutdown on that date, The Denver Post has an article on everything one needs to know about viewing it at Mesa Verde.

They begin it with:

NASA personnel will soon be in Colorado for a celestial event that hasn’t been visible from North America in more than a decade.

On Oct. 14, Mesa Verde National Park in Southwest Colorado will be almost directly in line with the annular solar eclipse. During this type of event, the moon comes between the Earth and the sun and blocks most of the light.

Because the moon will be at one of its furthest points away from the Earth, the moon will appear smaller than the sun and not block its light completely. Instead, the moon will appear as a black dot surrounded by what’s called a “ring of fire.”

It’s a stunning sight – one that can only be viewed safely with the aid of protective eyewear, according to NASA. That’s why Mesa Verde is expecting robust crowds during the otherwise sleepy shoulder season.

“This event might be pretty huge compared to an average October day,” said Eric Sainio, supervisory park ranger at Mesa Verde. “NASA has told us that in former annual eclipses, they’ve seen crowds something like a busy summer day plus 50%. For us, that might mean around 6,000 people.”

The last time an annular solar eclipse was visible from North America was in 2012. Here’s what you need to know if you’re thinking about making the trek to Mesa Verde to witness the event.

Note: These details may be affected by the federal government shutdown. Visit nps.gov for the latest information about park closures.

To read more, go here. 

All Navajo Tribal Parks To Be Closed During Annular Eclipse Oct. 14

Above, the start of the "diamond ring effect" of the 2017 Great American Eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

As I had guessed in my September 19 blog post of the closure of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park during the October 14 annular solar eclipse, all other Navajo tribal parks will be closed during the event.

According to Space.com:

A solar eclipse will be visible across most of the Americas, including eight U.S. states from Oregon to Texas, in October, but you won't be able to see it from a few key places after all. 

While millions of people will be flocking to the path of annularity — the narrow strip from which the 'ring of fire' solar eclipse can be seen — there are some locations along this path that will be closed to the public during the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14. 

This month, it was announced that all Navajo Tribal Parks would close from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT on October 14, 2023, due to Navajo cultural beliefs surrounding the event. This includes Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Four Corners Monument Navajo Tribal Park and parts of the Tséyi’ Diné Heritage Area in Canyon de Chelly National Monument. Local businesses may also be closed.  

In Navajo culture, an eclipse is a new beginning. The Navajo word for a solar eclipse jóhonaa'éí daaztsą́ means "the death of the sun" according to Navajo Traditional Teachings. During a solar eclipse, many Navajo people will remain inside, fasting and praying.

To read more, go here.

2023 Annular Solar Eclipse

 

The annular solar eclipse, or "Ring of Fire" eclipse, will cross directly over the Four Corners of the Southwest U.S. 

That includes my home in Jamestown, New Mexico. Hopefully, it will be a clear day to be able to see it.

According to Space.com:

On Oct. 14, 2023, all of North America and Central America, and most of South America will experience a solar eclipse. For all of that region, the spectacle will be a partial solar eclipse of varying obscuration. Only within the path of annularity, which is 118 to 137 miles (190 to 220 kilometers) wide, will the ring of fire be visible. That path will stretch from Oregon through northern California, northeast Nevada, central Utah, northeast Arizona, southwest Colorado, central New Mexico and southern Texas. It will then move across the Gulf of Mexico and over Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia and Brazil.

The most scenic places to see the ring of fire are in the U.S. Southwest and at the Mayan temple at Edzná on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Here are some notable locations and cities that will see a ring of fire, together with the local time and duration of that event, according to Jubier. Note that all of these places will also see a long partial solar eclipse before and after the brief 'ring of fire; their closeness to the centerline of the path of annularity determines the duration of the ring of fire: 

• Oregon Dunes, Oregon: 9:15 a.m. PDT; 4 minutes, 29 seconds 
• Crater Lake National Park, Oregon: 9:17 a.m. PDT; 4 minutes, 19 seconds 
• Lava Beds National Monument, California: 9:19 a.m. PDT; 54 seconds 
• Great Basin National Park, Nevada: 9:24 a.m. PDT; 3 minutes, 46 seconds 
• Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah: 10:27 a.m. MDT; 2 minutes, 31 seconds 
• Capitol Reef National Park, Utah: 10:27 a.m. MDT; 4 minutes, 37 seconds 
• Canyonlands National Park, Utah: 10:29 a.m. MDT; 2 minutes, 24 seconds
• Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah: 10:29 a.m. MDT; 4 minutes, 29 seconds  
• Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Arizona: 10:29 a.m. MDT; 4 minutes, 16 seconds
• Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado: 10:31 a.m. MDT; 2 minutes, 57 seconds 
• Chaco Culture National Park, New Mexico: 10:32 a.m. MDT; 4 minutes, 42 seconds 
• Albuquerque, New Mexico: 10:34 a.m. MDT; 4 minutes, 42 seconds  
• San Antonio: 11:52 a.m. CDT; 4 minutes, 5 seconds
• Corpus Christi, Texas: 11:55 a.m. CDT; 4 minutes, 52 seconds
• Padre Island National Seashore, Texas: 11:56 a.m. CDT; 4 minutes, 52 seconds
• Edzná Maya archaeological site, Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico: 11:23 a.m. CST; 4 minutes, 32 seconds    

Although Monument Valley Tribal Park is listed, the park will be closed for Navajo eclipse cultural ceremonials. There may be other Native American places that will be also closed, but they haven't been announced yet.

To read more, go here. 

About Last Night's Supermoon...

Well, I missed last night's supermoon.

We had heavy cloud cover, along with some downpours, which we need. Therefore, the moon was obscured.

I've seen others (if you've seen one, you've seen them all) before. One thing though, a couple of nights ago, the moonlight shined in my bedroom window and it was pretty bright. 

Here's one supermoon from March 2020:

Where Will The "Ring of Fire" Eclipse Be Visible?

Above, the "diamond ring" effect of the 2017 Great American Eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Whether one is very "into" astronomy or just have a casual interest, October's partial solar eclipse will be one phenomenon worth seeing. 

As it happens, the path of the eclipse will be right over my New Mexico residence. Where else can one go see it?

In New Mexico:

When: 10:30-10:46 a.m. MDT

Maximum duration of 'ring of fire': 4 mins and 46 secs

Key locations: Chaco Canyon, Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Roswell

Climate: Highest chance of clear skies

Space.com has an article on this topic.

They begin with:

On October 14, 2023, the Americas will experience a partial solar eclipse, but from only eight U.S. states will it be possible to see the 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse.

Where to go for the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023, is largely down to where the eclipse path is. 

On that day the entire Americas will experience a partial solar eclipse, but the 'ring of fire' will only be visible from within a 125-mile (200-kilometer) wide path heading from the northwest U.S. through Central America to Brazil. 

To read more, go here. 

Annular Solar Eclipse October 2023

Above, the annular solar eclipse can be seen in Monument Valley. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The next total solar eclipse across North America will come next year, but coming this October will be a annular solar eclipse.

It will be on a path through the Four Corners, including Monument Valley Tribal Park. I don't have to go there to see it. It will cross Jamestown, New Mexico.

According to Space.com:

Are you organized for the rare annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14, 2023? 

Although a partial solar eclipse that day will be visible across North, Central and South America, the 'ring of fire' around the moon will only be observable from a narrow path across Earth's surface. 

In the U.S. that path runs through eight states in the U.S. Southwest from Oregon to Texas, according to NASA, but it will pay to get clued-up and organized well in advance. 

A map of the path of annularity for the annular solar eclipse on October
14, 2023. (Image credit: GreatAmericanEclipse.com/MichaelZeiler)

From the above map, Gallup/Jamestown, New Mexico area will be smack dab in the path of the "Ring of Fire" effect. 

To read more, go here.

2023 Annular "Ring of Fire" Solar Eclipse Coming

Above, the annular solar eclipse path will take it over Monument Valley. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Driving from Los Angeles to Roberts, Idaho is a long drive. But, it was well worth it.

I did this drive in August 2017 to view the Great American Eclipse in which the moon passed in-between the sun and earth. Although the eclipse only lasted minutes, I would not have missed it for the world.

There's going to be a solar eclipse in October, it will be an annular eclipse. It won't be as spectacular as the 2017 eclipse (an article in Space.com explains why), but for budding astronomers, it is well worth a viewing. This eclipse will cross through the Southwest U.S. Even more interestingly, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is directly in its path as is the Four Corners.

I don't have to go anywhere to see it. My home in New Mexico is within its path.

Space.com has posted an article about the annular eclipse. 

It begins with:

On Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will come to North America. 

Roughly 11 years after the same type of solar eclipse crossed the U.S. Southwest on May 20, 2012, this one will be visible from a similar region, crossing eight U.S. states from Oregon to Texas, according to NASA (opens in new tab). 

During an annular solar eclipse, the moon appears slightly smaller than the sun, so it can't block the entire disk. The result is a beautiful "ring of fire." Here's everything you need to know about this rare event.  

Above, the total eclipse of the Great American Eclipse of August 2017. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The next total solar eclipse (like the Great American Solar Eclipse of 2017) will take place on April 8, 2024 and it can be seen over Mexico, the United States, and Canada.

To read more, go here.

Comet Shoot

Early tomorrow morning, I am going to attempt taking some photos of Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) with my Canon Revel T5i. I have never taken time exposures with a digital SLR, so this will be a new experience for me.

I am in the perfect area for astro-photography as the Milky Way is very spectacular on clear nights.

Above, Comet Hale-Bopp in 1997. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

I did take some time exposures of Comet Hale-Bopp back in 1997. I was using my Olympus OM-1 35mm SLR film camera. A neighbor and I went to Acton, California to do the photography, where it was nice and dark between the San Fernando Valley and Palmdale. I was pleased with the results I got. 

Right now, I am charging the camera's battery. I just hope I can accomplish this even though it will be bone-chilling cold.

UPDATE (2/2/23):

I decided to skip going out to shoot the comet (with the camera). It is 14° outside and I found that extremely cold temperatures wreak havoc with digital cameras. Plus, there are some clouds.

Green Comet To Pass Earth

Above, Comet Hale-Bopp in 1997. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Skywatchers may be getting a rare special treat at the end of this month when a green comet will be passing the Earth.

KIII-TV reported:

A newly discovered bright green comet is on its way past Earth for a once-in-a-lifetime show, and it may be visible to the naked eye.

The comet, named C/2022 E3 (ZTF), was discovered in March 2022 and is passing through our solar system. The icy celestial object has gotten brighter and brighter as it nears the sun, building up excitement from astronomers and skywatchers alike. 

Comets are "cosmic snowballs" of dust, rock and ice. They heat up as they near the sun, taking on a stunning glow and spewing a tail of dust and gas that can stretch millions of miles.

NASA says the bright green comet has a short, broad tail of dust and a long, faint ion tail. You can't see it without a telescope yet, but a few astronomers have nabbed stunning photos as it continues its voyage. 

It will soar past the sun Jan. 12, making its closest approach to Earth around Feb. 2. NASA says those of us in the Northern Hemisphere will find the comet in the morning sky as it heads northwest this month. It'll be visible in the Southern Hemisphere as well in February. 

Above, a panel from Superman no. 172.

When I first saw the headline about a green comet, I immediately thought of a 1964 Edmond Hamilton story in Superman no.172 of the Man of Steel's encounter with a green comet that takes away his super-powers. It was one of the great stories from the Silver Age of comic books. It was drawn by Curt Swan and George Klein.

To read more, go here.

Five Years Since The Great American Eclipse

Above, the Great American Eclipse in its totality. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

It is kind of hard to believe that five years ago today that the Great American Eclipse took place in North America.

It headed up to Roberts, Idaho to experience it first hand directly in its path and it was something to behold. 

Although the eclipse only lasted minutes, it was well worth the drive. 

I hope to experience the next one on April 8, 2024. Hopefully, we will have a group of us on hand to view it. This time, I won't have to drive as far as it can be seen in the state next to New Mexico.

Speaking of Eclipses...

Above, the diamond ring effect of the 2017 solar eclipse. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Last night's hoopla over the lunar eclipse last night got me to look up some information on the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 that will have a path that crosses the U.S.

The area of the path of totality nearest to New Mexico will be in Texas. 

Here's a map of the path across Texas:

I saw the 2017 Great American Eclipse in Idaho. The path went across Roberts, Idaho and that's where I went to view it. I plan to head to Texas to view the next one. Hopefully, there will be no clouds to get in the way.

Viewing a solar eclipse should be one everyone's bucket list.

According to the National Eclipse website:

On August 21, 2017, America was treated to its first coast-to-coast total solar eclipse in nearly 100 years. It was also the first total eclipse exclusive to the U.S. since before the nation's founding. From Oregon to South Carolina, the eclipse traced a 67-mile-wide path of totality across the country and millions of Americans and visitors from around the world witnessed the Moon passing between the Earth and the Sun and day turning to night for up to almost three minutes.

The next total solar eclipse in the U.S. will occur on April 8, 2024, traveling through the country from Texas to Maine. In some ways, the 2024 eclipse promises to be even more spectacular than in 2017, crossing over or coming close to more major cities and with a maximum duration of totality that's almost two minutes longer!

As we count the days until nature's greatest show returns to the U.S., NationalEclipse.com will continue to serve as a one-stop source of information and resources for America's next total solar eclipse and other eclipses around the world.

For more information, go here.