As the anticipation builds for next Monday’s total solar eclipse path across the United States, early weather forecasts hint at a potential challenge: cloudy skies. The latest Global Forecast System model from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration paints a picture of cloud cover along much of the eclipse path, dampening the hopes of many eager skygazers.
However, there is a glimmer of hope for those in the northeast U.S., where the best chance for clear skies seems to be on the horizon for Monday afternoon. In regions like the Twin Cities, the eclipse promises a spectacle where the moon will obscure approximately 74% of the sun’s radiant glow.
In the Twin Cities area, the eclipse is set to reach its peak at 2:02 p.m. While this significant celestial event will undoubtedly cause a slight dimming of light, the coverage of 74% may not suffice to plunge the region into noticeable darkness.
Yet, uncertainty looms over the weather forecast, leaving many eclipse enthusiasts on edge. With so many individuals having meticulously planned travel arrangements for this rare phenomenon, the stakes are high. Only time will reveal which lucky souls will witness the awe-inspiring spectacle unimpeded by cloud cover.