Safely Viewing the April 2024 Solar Eclipse: Using Phone Filters and Other Tips
What is a solar eclipse?
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, blocking the sun from view in a certain area on Earth, as explained by NASA.
When is the next solar eclipse?
The next total solar eclipse is set to take place on April 8, 2024. It will begin over the South Pacific Ocean and travel across North America, including Mexico, United States, and Canada, according to NASA. Weather permitting, the totality will first be visible from the Mexico Pacific coast around 11:07 a.m. PDT. Check out this table for estimated totality start times in major U.S. cities in the path of totality.
When is the next solar eclipse after 2024?
Following the 2024 total solar eclipse, the next total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States will occur on August 23, 2044, according to NASA.
Where can I see the 2024 solar eclipse?
The 2024 eclipse can be observed from cities like Dallas, Little Rock, and Buffalo, among others. Check out this table for the estimated start times of totality in major U.S. cities in the eclipse’s path.
Can you look directly at a solar eclipse?
It is unsafe to gaze directly at the sun without proper solar viewing eyewear, except during the short total phase of the eclipse. Failure to use protective gear while viewing the bright sun can result in serious eye injuries, as cautioned by NASA.