New York state will experience a total solar eclipse in 2024. Here's when and where to see it.

New York state will experience a total solar eclipse in 2024
New York state will experience a total solar eclipse in 2024 00:37

NEW YORK -- This year, for the first time in nearly 100 years, New York state will experience a total solar eclipse.

When is the eclipse?

It happens on Monday, April 8.

The eclipse will turn day into night between 3:15 and 3:30 p.m., lasting up to three-and-a-half minutes.

Where is the best place to see the eclipse?

The roughly 100-mile wide path will be in the southwestern part of New York, covering 29 counties.

Cities and towns with the best views include Jamestown, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, Watertown, Old Forge, Lake Placid and Plattsburgh.

New York City and Long Island will not be in the direct path.

Here in the city, the moon will cover 90% of the sun.

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