Total Solar Eclipse: First look: weather odds in your favor?

One of the most awaited astronomical events of the century in the U.S. is happening in less than two weeks. A total solar eclipse happens on April 8 and it is time to check the weather forecast and plan your viewing activities…yes even if you are in partial view of it, you won´t want to miss this one!

We know that the most reliable forecasts are those for the next 5 days and the forecast becomes even more reliable at 3 days out. But a forecast for an event happening within 2 weeks could be used for first guidance. It is time to see what areas will have the better odds of viewing the total solar eclipse.

About 31 million people live within the path of totality for the April 8th total eclipse. Long-range models show that Texas will be sandwiched between two systems on Monday morning. For now, the Dallas area needs to monitor the weather closely as any change in speed of either system could bring clouds, or even storms during totality time, which is between 12:23 p.m. CDT, when partial begins, and 1:40 p.m. CDT when totality is expected in Dallas.

Climatologically the odds are against areas south of the Great Lakes and the Northeast. Also, long-range models are showing unfavorable odds for viewing as there will likely be a storm with a front moving through.

The West, much of the Rockies, and Southwest look clear for now. Some clouds as the next storm system approaches could obstruct the visibility of the partial solar eclipse across the Northwest. The Southeast needs to monitor the weather during the next week closely. If the front and storm system stalls the weather forecast will change.

We got you covered and will continue to bring you very important weather updates for this amazing astronomical event. You can also follow the forecast changing closely in the 14-day forecast chart in our app.