Solar Eclipse 2024 April 8 Map

Solar Eclipse 2024 April 8 Map. On april 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse moved across north america, passing over mexico, the united states, and canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun.

During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely blocks the sun while it passes between the sun and earth. On april 8, the moon will slip between the earth and the sun, casting a shadow across a swath of north america: