If you live in North America and clear skies are in the forecast, then you’re in for a treat. A partial solar eclipse will be visible across most of North America this afternoon. Unfortunately, people who live in the far northeast will miss the show, since the sun will set before the action begins.
If you’re in New York City, the eclipse will begin at 5:49 p.m. (all times local) and peak around 6:03 p.m. In Chicago, the eclipse will begin at 4:36 p.m. and peak at 5:43 p.m. Out in Los Angeles, take a late lunch, as the eclipse will begin at 2:08 p.m. and peak at 3:28 p.m. NASA has a complete list of viewing times
near major cities. The further east you are in the United States, the lower the sun will be on the horizon come eclipse time. Therefore, you’ll need to find a viewing spot ...
