Solar Eclipse 2023, Safety, Where and When to Watch

On Oct. 14, 2023, the annular eclipse crosses the Americas. Starts in Oregon at 9:13 a.m. PDT, ends in Atlantic after Brazil.

Without solar filters, cameras or binoculars can cause eye damage. Don't combine with eclipse glasses. Consult experts for safe use.

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Use pinhole projectors to safely view eclipses indirectly. Homemade options available. Never gaze directly through pinhole.

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On Oct. 14, 2023, the annular eclipse crosses the Americas. Starts in Oregon at 9:13 a.m. PDT, ends in Atlantic after Brazil.

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Use NASA's interactive map for a detailed eclipse view. Access the tool at go.nasa.gov/EclipseExplorer.

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Eclipse in the U.S.: – Eugene, OR: Starts 8:06 a.m. PDT, Max 9:18 a.m. – San Antonio, TX: Starts 10:23 a.m. CDT, Max 11:54 a.m. CDT

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Oct. 14, 2023 annular eclipse: Moon doesn't fully cover Sun. Always use eye protection when observing.

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Viewing depends on weather & location. Clear skies are best. Full experience requires being on the path from Oregon to Texas.

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Eclipse has stages: Partial (crescent Sun), Annularity (Sun's "ring" visible), Return to Partial, and Eclipse Ends as Moon exits.

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