2024 Total Solar Eclipse: New England Viewing Locations
When:
Monday, Apr 08, 2024 3:00p -
4:00p
Monday, Apr 08, 2024 3:00p -
4:00p
Where:
Northern New England
New Hampshire
New Hampshire, NH
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
Kid Friendly, Nature, Outside, Photoworthy
Event website:
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/where-when/
On April 8, 2024, New England will be graced by the rare and awe-inspiring spectacle of a total solar eclipse, transforming day into night and unveiling the sun's majestic corona. This extraordinary event, a marvel of nature where the moon's shadow casts a brief moment of darkness across the Earth, is a rarity for any given location, possibly occurring once every few centuries. The 2024 eclipse offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to witness the cosmos's beauty from the comfort of New England, highlighting the special and fleeting nature of such celestial alignments.
Exact Timing and Popular Viewing Locations
Vermont (VT):
- Stowe: Experience totality around 3:25 PM local time, set against the backdrop of majestic mountains.
- Burlington: Watch the eclipse's shadow at approximately 3:26 PM, offering stunning views by the waterfront.
- Montpelier: Gaze upward as totality envelops the state capital around 3:27 PM, a moment of tranquility amidst historic charm.
New Hampshire (NH):
- Lancaster: The White Mountains will darken around 3:28 PM, offering a spectacular natural vista.
Maine (ME):
- Fort Kent: Immerse yourself in totality at about 3:30 PM, where the northern wilderness meets the cosmos.
- Presque Isle: Join viewers at around 3:31 PM for a serene spectacle in Aroostook County.
- Houlton: Witness the eclipse's grandeur at approximately 3:32 PM, a blend of small-town charm and celestial wonder.
