With great excitement and expectation, millions of people in the United States are preparing to witness the most anticipated astronomical phenomenon of the year: the total solar eclipse of April 8, 2024.
This celestial event, which occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, will offer a unique spectacle in the sky, turning day into night for a few precious minutes. For residents of New York and the surrounding regions, it is essential to know the precise times in each area so as not to miss a second of this cosmic spectacle.
It is important to note that New York, as well as in some of its neighboring cities, The total solar eclipse will be visible at different times and with different degrees of intensity. Below, we will detail the specific eclipse times for several key regions of the state.
Solar eclipse: At what time can we see it in New York
The best time to witness the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 varies by location. In New York, this spectacular astronomical event will offer a celestial spectacle not to be missed.
During the afternoon of that day, a total eclipse will adorn the western and northern parts of New York State. In less than 15 minutes, between 3:15 and 3:30 p.m. (ET), The Moon will slide between the Earth and the Sun, turning day into night for a period that ranges between a minute and a half and 3 and a half minutes.
The eclipse path, in its entirety, spanning approximately 100 miles wide, It will extend from the southwestern part of the state shortly after 3:15 p.m. (ET) to northern New York shortly before 3:30 p.m. (ET). Cities and towns within this prime route include Jamestown, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Watertown, Old Forge, Lake Placid and Plattsburgh. The entire event, from the first moment in which the Sun sets behind the Moon until the last moments in which The lunar shadow is cast, it will last up to 2 and a half hours.
Although some areas of the state, such as Long Island, will not be within the path of totality, you will still be able to enjoy a remarkable celestial spectacle. Long Island is expected to have 88% solar coverage, while New York City will experience 89% coverage, rising to 96% in the Capital Region.
For New Yorkers, The eclipse will begin as a partial eclipse around 2 p.m. (ET), peaking around 3:25 p.m. (ET), according to the Authority in Time. It is expected that The partial eclipse concludes in New York City around 4:36 p.m. (ET), offering observers an incomparable celestial experience.
Here are the detailed eclipse timings for several key regions of the state:
1) Jamestown:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:03:38 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:17:55 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:20:46 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:31:43 hours
* Duration of totality: 2 minutes, 51 seconds
2) Buffalo:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:04:56 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:18:20 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:22:06 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:32:10 hours
* Duration of totality: 3 minutes, 46 seconds.
3) Rochester:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:07:00 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:20:08 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:23:47 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:33:26 hours
* Duration of totality: 3 minutes, 39 seconds
4) Syracuse:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:09:01 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:23:03 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:24:30 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:34:49 hours
* Duration of totality: 1 minute, 27 seconds
5) Watertown:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:10:05 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:22:33 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:26:12 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:35:01 hours
* Duration of totality: 3 minutes, 39 seconds
6) Lake Placid:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:13:02 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:25:07 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:28:29 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:36:43 hours
* Duration of totality: 3 minutes, 21 seconds
7) Plattsburgh:
* Partial eclipse begins: 2:14:03 p.m.
* Total eclipse begins: 3:25:44 p.m.
* Total eclipse ends: 3:29:18 p.m.
* Partial eclipse ends: 16:37:07 hours
* Duration of totality: 3 minutes, 34 seconds
These detailed schedules provide valuable guidance for space enthusiasts and eclipse watchers who plan to fully immerse themselves in this astronomical event.
We invite you to listen to the next chapter of the La Opinión podcast, where topics related to the next solar eclipse are discussed, explained by an expert on the subject from NASA:
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2024-04-05 19:53:30
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