hat is a solar eclipse, and why is everyone in Cleveland making such a fuss about it? A solar eclipse is a celestial event that occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, blocking the view of the visible sun from the earth’s surface. While partial solar eclipses are relatively common, a total solar eclipse is an incredible event to witness. On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The area that will be able to view the sun entirely blocked by the moon is known as the “path of totality’. On April 8, the path of totality will range from Mexico, through Texas into the United States, Cleveland finds itself directly in the center of the path of totality, which will create amazing views and an unforgettable experience. The moon will begin to touch the edge of the sun at 1:59 PM, and total darkness will occur at 3:14 PM. The time of darkness for the 2024 eclipse is a staggering 4 minutes and 28 seconds, which is nearly twice as long as the last American solar eclipse. Cleveland is expecting an unprecedented number of guests THE 2024 GREAT AMERICAN SOLAR ECLIPSE and continue a path through the continent to Maine, and up to Canada. This path will push straight through Ohio, making Cleveland one of the nation’s premier viewing spots! W
and travelers in the region to watch the eclipse. With a historical average temperature of 56.7 degrees on April 8, Cleveland presents itself as a travel and viewing destination for this amazing event. There are so many incredible viewing spots in Cleveland to catch this rare and unforgettable event. Despite many assumptions, scientists often recommend not watching an eclipse from a tall vantage point, such as a rooftop, a sky scraper, or a mountain. When viewing from that high, if there is any low cloud cover, it can obscure the view. The best vantage points
“ Cleveland finds itself directly in the center of the path of totality, which will create amazing views and an unforgettable experience.
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