Eclipse across the Western U.S.

Eclipse across the Western U.S.

California October 14, around 8am with maximal coverage of the sun’s disk between 9:15 and 9:25am and around 10:45am

NASA says for viewers in California, the partial eclipse will start shortly after 8 a.m., with maximal coverage of the sun’s disk between 9:15 and 9:25am, Lynam said. The sun will emerge from the eclipse around 10:45am.

NASA: Everything you need to know about watching an eclipse safely

Eclipse glasses and safe viewing devices (pinhole images with colanders and pegboards are highly recommended!).

Purchase yours at https://www.exploratoriumstore.com/products/eclipse-safety-glasses?_pos=1&_sid=b4f621a62&_ss=r

Plenty of water and snacks for the several hours you’ll be outside

Sunblock, because even though the moon will block out a lot of light, you still need to protect your skin

Lounge chairs, pillows, and a picnic blanket for ultimate comfort

An umbrella…because in October, it just might rain

The Exploratorium Solar Eclipse app to enjoy amazing live close-up imagery of the sun, no matter where you’re watching from!

Special Filters to protect your phone! We recommend “Solar Snap” which has filters and an app to help with your eclipse photography