Residents of Cuba and Florida in the US will experience a total solar eclipse at some point this Monday. Where and when is it most visible? Prepare ahead of time with this guide.
This Monday, April 8, the moon's shadow will project over Earth, creating a total solar eclipse visible in Mexico, the United States and Canada. In Cuba, the eclipse will be partially visible.
Although it won't be a total eclipse in Cuba, residents of the island will be able to enjoy it A partial eclipse. Institute of Geophysics and Astronomy (IGA) of Cuba. reported That the eclipse will begin in Havana 1:40 p.m, peaks at 2:53 PM and ends at 4:05 PM. The coverage of the solar disk reaches 42.3%.
In the United States, Mexico and Canada, the umbra, the darkest part of the lunar shadow, will begin its journey in Mexico, passing through the states of Sinaloa, Durango, Coahuila and Nuevo León. Then, it enters the United States through Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland. Finally, the eclipse will peak in Canada, passing through the provinces of Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick.
Cuba and Florida: Solar eclipse today
In Cuba, where the Sun has the greatest coverage (43.9%), the eclipse will be partially visible in Pinar del Río, Pinar del Río at 2:46 p.m.
For those who want to see the eclipse in a safe environment and with the help of experts, the Geophysical and Astronomical Institute of Cuba (IGA) has organized an open observation at its headquarters, calle 212 e/29 y 31, La Coronella, The Lisa.
It is important to remember that Never You must look directly at the Sun during an eclipse as this can cause permanent damage to your eyesight. To observe it safely, it is recommended to use special eclipse glasses or certified solar filters.
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 will be an unforgettable event for all who have the opportunity to witness it. A celestial scene that reminds us of the grandeur of the universe and the importance of science and astronomy.
