A total solar eclipse is scheduled for Monday, April 8. The once-in-a-lifetime event will be visible in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
There are at least two to five solar eclipses per year, but total eclipses occur only once every 18 months or so, with a total solar eclipse occurring only once every 400 years in a particular location on Earth. And, since around 70% of the Earth is underwater and half of the land is unusable, it is extremely rare for many people to get to witness a total solar eclipse.
Where can I watch the total solar eclipse 2024 online?
While many people throughout the world will not be able to see the solar eclipse, those in Colombia, Spain, Venezuela, Ireland, Portal, Iceland, the United Kingdom, and certain Caribbean countries will be able to see a partial eclipse. If you want to witness the total solar eclipse, use this URL to access NASA’s live feed.
Live stream by the McDonald Observatory will feature the total solar eclipse from multiple angles
If you wish to see the total solar eclipse from many angles, watch the live broadcast hosted by the McDonald Observatory in Texas. It shows telescope views of the eclipse from the observatory, Lake Buchanan, and Irving, among other locations. It will also hold discussions with experts.
