2024 Solar Eclipse
On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible as it crosses the U.S. from Texas to Maine. It will peak in Illinois around 1:59pm, reaching maximum totality at 2:01pm. After the April 8 eclipse, the next total solar eclipse won't be seen in the U.S. until August 23, 2044.
According to the National Aeronautical and Space Administration (NASA), an eclipse is an awe-inspiring celestial event that drastically changes the appearance of the two biggest objects we see in our sky: our sun and moon.
The path of totality will extend across Mexico, the United States, and Canada - crossing directly over southern Illinois.
Carbondale, IL will be among the Illinois cities in the path of totality. Below is a timetable of the path of totality through Carbondale, IL.
| Partial begins: 12:42pm CDT Totality begins: 1:59pm CDT Maximum: 2:01pm CDT Totality ends: 2:03pm CDT Partial ends: 3:18pm CDT |
Eye safety should always be the number one priority when viewing a solar eclipse. For more information on upcoming eclipses and essential eye safety, read on.
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/
Contest!
Show us how you're enjoying the solar eclipse by taking a photo, following the Illinois Optometric Association, and using #IOAEclipse2024 on social media. Everyone who shares a photo on social media using the hashtag will be entered to win a $100 gift card. The winner will be notified via direct message.
