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Meredith Garofalo

Solar eclipse 2024 weather prospects: Q&A with an expert

A graphic showing the path of totality for the april 8 solar eclipse and the mean cloud cover.

The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, will be a historic event that many across the United States will want to be part of. However, if the weather does not cooperate during those few minutes you get in each location in the path of totality, it could bring quite the anxiety and disappointment for those spending time, money, and resources to have the best experience. 

That's why all eyes are on any and all information to determine the weather forecast to prepare as early as possible where the best location might be to have the best chance at clear skies, and for event organizers, to have a backup plan if skies turn cloudy and stormy. 

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