The 2024 Total Solar Eclipse: What Time Will It Arrive?

The 2024 total solar eclipse will be visible in Missouri on April 8, 2024. The path of totality will cross the state from west to east, passing through the towns of West Plains, Poplar Bluff, and Cape Girardeau.

The eclipse will begin in Missouri at 1:53 PM CDT. Totality will begin at 2:01 PM CDT and will last for 2 minutes and 40 seconds. The eclipse will end at 2:03 PM CDT.

Here is a breakdown of the timing of the eclipse in different parts of Missouri:

• West Plains: Totality begins at 2:00:57 PM CDT and ends at 2:03:37 PM CDT.
• Poplar Bluff: Totality begins at 2:01:22 PM CDT and ends at 2:03:52 PM CDT.
• Cape Girardeau: Totality begins at 2:01:47 PM CDT and ends at 2:04:17 PM CDT.

If you are planning to view the eclipse in Missouri, it is important to use safe solar viewing methods. Never look directly at the sun, even during an eclipse. Instead, use special solar eclipse glasses or a solar filter.

You can also watch the eclipse online or on TV. There will be many live broadcasts of the eclipse, so you can find one that is convenient for you.

Additional Resources:

• Eclipse2024.org: https://eclipse2024.org/
• GreatAmericanEclipse.com: https://www.greatamericaneclipse.com/
• Moeclipse.org: https://moeclipse.org/

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