That point is also the duration of totality "tipping point," meaning that the duration gradually increases along the centerline up until that point and then starts to decrease on the other side. border at approximately 12:10pm CDT, with totality beginning in that location at about 1:27pm CDT.Īs it exits Mexico and enters the U.S., traveling through the Texas Hill Country, the eclipse will have already reached its "point of greatest duration," that singular spot along every total solar eclipse centerline where the duration of totality is longer than anywhere else. The centerline of the eclipse enters Texas, and the U.S., as it crosses the Rio Grande River at the Mexico-U.S. To avoid confusion, note that references made below to the "western" and "eastern" limits or lines of the eclipse refer respectively to the left/top and right/bottom edges of the eclipse path as it gradually changes its direction from north to east as it travels across the U.S.
Interactive Google eclipse maps developed by Xavier Jubier. To determine the precise start times, end times, and duration of totality for your exact location on eclipse day, use the All times and durations noted on this page are only representative samples and should be used for general comparison purposes only. Note that times and durations can vary widely even within the same city and some cities are located only partially within the path of totality. But where along the path should you plan to go? Below, we've outlined some of the unique features, landmarks, and viewing options along the path of totality for each state. To experience the total phase of the eclipse, you must be located within this narrow path of totality, with the duration of totality lasting the longest at the centerline. On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will carve a narrow path of totality from southwest to northeast across 13 U.S.