Solar eclipses: Latest photos, science and forecast
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![during a total solar eclipse the sun appears as a dark spot with bright white light beaming out from behind. A series of phases surround the main eclipse image, showing the moon take a progressively bigger "bite" out of the sun.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sxE67qL6n6pmzf5Fp3bxSB-320-80.jpg)
What is a solar eclipse?
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference A solar eclipse occurs when the moon positions itself between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow over Earth. We explore the type of solar eclipses here.
![The great North American total eclipse. This is the moment when the sun's corona is visible at 100% totality, with huge plasma erupting on the suns surface, this is many times larger than planet Earth and is about 27 million degrees Fahrenheit.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zw4XLku8Pu2XGqpfGqWEUB-320-80.jpg)
Solar maximum: Why April's total Solar Eclipse will bring unique views of the sun's corona
By Jamie Carter published
With the solar cycle set to peak earlier than predicted, the sun's corona should look its spectacular spiky best for April 8's total solar eclipse.
![a large body of water surrounded by autumnal trees with vibrant orange and yellow leaves with houses nestled between them.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DYbn9YreAoP6hrwsvN5qFM-320-80.jpg)
10 scenic spots to watch the April 2024 total solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter published
If you want to watch April's total solar eclipse from a beautiful location and need some inspiration, we have rounded up 10 of the best scenic spots across North America.
![El Faro lighthouse high above the sea below.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hb5XsG8CaV6isEds5cjDWJ-320-80.jpg)
The best places in Mexico to see the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024
By Jamie Carter published
A total solar eclipse will be visible across North America on April 8, 2024. Here, we take a look at some of the best places to watch the total eclipse in Mexico.
![large crowd weathering solar eclipse glasses looking up at the sun/](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sLNFcsKEwGSfErd5gzWV3e-320-80.jpg)
April 2024 total solar eclipse viewing events: Parties, festivals and more
By Jamie Carter published
Celebrate April's total solar eclipse with these 10 awesome viewing events, parties and festivals.
![totality app screenshots showing a map and information about the april 2024 total solar eclipse.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VR3VUPnxZXTJtBwWSE5c8X-320-80.jpg)
Experience April's total solar eclipse from the palm of your hand with the 'Totality' app from Big Kid Science
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The app tells you everything you need to know about where and when to see the upcoming April total solar eclipse.
![people watch a total solar eclipse in partly clouds sky.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QxMYakEZfoxsq2qt6DTPdQ-320-80.jpg)
How El Niño may affect the chances of clear skies for the 2024 total solar eclipse
By Jamie Carter published
On April 8, a total solar eclipse will be visible across North America. We take a look at where the weather is looking most promising and how El Niño may impact the chances of clear skies.
![This composite shows radio images of the recent annular eclipse on top, with illustrations of their visible-light counterparts below.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4wNsr7aAXdxuwbCvTcSXKo-320-80.jpg)
1st-ever radio images of an annular solar eclipse showcase the sun's extended corona
By Stefanie Waldek published
Scientists used the new Owens Valley Radio Observatory Long Wavelength Array (OVRO-LWA) in California to capture radio images of October's annular eclipse.
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