When is the eclipse today across Florida? Here are the best times to head outside (2024)

The long-awaited day is here.

A total solar eclipse will occur this afternoon. Thirteen states, and portions of others, are in the path of totality, meaning the moon will completely block the sun.

Florida isn't one of them, but residents will be able to see a partial eclipse. The moon will block up to 76 percent of the sun in Pensacola, but only about 48 percent in Palm Beach.

The weather is looking good across the state, although skies won't be totally clear. High, then clouds could obscure the view in many locations around the state. Southwest Florida looks to have the clearest view.

Enter your ZIP code below to find out what you will be able to see from any Florida city, along with when the eclipse will start, end and maximum coverage of the sun.

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When is the eclipse today in Florida?

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When the eclipse starts at your location
What the maximum coverage will be
What time maximum coverage will occur
When the eclipse ends at your location
Chances for clear skies based on historical averages for April 8

Roughly speaking, the peak of the eclipse will happen about 1:55 p.m. CDT in Pensacola and 3:02 p.m. EDT on Miami Beach.

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What time is the solar eclipse in Pineville, Florida?

All times are local.

Start: 12:36 p.m.
Peak: 1:55 p.m.
End: 3:13 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 78.6%
Total time: 2 hours 37 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Pensacola?

All times are local. ZIP code 32501.

Start: 12:35 p.m.
Peak: 1:55 p.m.
End: 3:13 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 76.6%
Total time: 2 hours 37 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Fort Walton Beach?

All times are local. ZIP code 32547.

Start: 12:37 p.m.
Peak: 1:56 p.m.
End: 3:14 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 75.4%
Total time: 2 hours 36 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Panama City?

All times are local. ZIP code 32401.

Start: 12:38 p.m.
Peak: 1:57 p.m.
End: 3:14 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 72.2%
Total time: 2 hours 36 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Tallahassee?

All times are local. ZIP code 32301.

Start: 1:42 p.m.
Peak: 3 p.m.
End: 4:16 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 70.1%
Total time: 2 hours 34 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Jacksonville?

All times are local. ZIP code 32034.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:05 p.m.
End: 4:20 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 65.2%
Total time: 2 hours 32 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in St. Augustine?

All times are local. ZIP code 32080.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:05 p.m.
End: 4:19 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 61.8%
Total time: 2 hours 31 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Gainesville?

All times are local. ZIP code 32601.

Start: 1:45 p.m.
Peak: 3:03 p.m.
End: 4:18 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 63.4%
Total time: 2 hours 32 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Ocala?

All times are local. ZIP code 34470.

Start: 1:45 p.m.
Peak: 3:02 p.m.
End: 4:17 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 61.4%
Total time: 2 hours 31 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Leesburg?

All times are local. ZIP code 33585.

Start: 1:45 p.m.
Peak: 3:02 p.m.
End: 4:16 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 59.8%
Total time: 2 hours 31 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Daytona Beach?

All times are local. ZIP code 32114.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:04 p.m.
End: 4:18 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 59.3%
Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Melbourne?

All times are local. ZIP code 32901.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:04 p.m.
End: 4:17 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 54.7%
Total time: 2 hours 29 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Vero Beach?

All times are local. ZIP code 32960.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:03 p.m.
End: 4:16 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 52.8%
Total time: 2 hours 28 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Orlando?

All times are local. ZIP code 32789.

Start: 1:46 p.m.
Peak: 3:03 p.m.
End: 4:17 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 57.9%
Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse at Disney World?

All times are local. ZIP code 32836.

Start: 1:46 p.m.
Peak: 3:02 p.m.
End: 4:16 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 57.6%
Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Lakeland?

All times are local. ZIP code 33801.

Start: 1:44 p.m.
Peak: 3:01 p.m.
End: 4:15 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 57.2%
Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Winter Haven?

All times are local. ZIP code 33839.

Start: 1:45 p.m.
Peak: 3:01 p.m.
End: 4:15 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 56.6%
Total time: 2 hours 30 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Fort Pierce?

All times are local. ZIP code 34946.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:03 p.m.
End: 4:16 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 52.2%
Total time: 2 hours 28 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Stuart?

All times are local. ZIP code 34957.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:03 p.m.
End: 4:16 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 51.1%
Total time: 2 hours 27 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in West Palm Beach?

All times are local. ZIP code 33401.

Start: 1:48 p.m.
Peak: 3:03 p.m.
End: 4:15 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 49.1%
Total time: 2 hours 26 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Naples?

All times are local. ZIP code 34102.

Start: 1:43 p.m.
Peak: 2:59 p.m.
End: 4:12 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 50.6%
Total time: 2 hours 28 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Miami?

All times are local. ZIP code 33101.

Start: 1:47 p.m.
Peak: 3:01 p.m.
End: 4:13 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 46.2%
Total time: 2 hours 25 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Key West?

All times are local. ZIP code 33040.

Start: 1:42 p.m.
Peak: 2:56 p.m.
End: 4:09 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 45.5%
Total time: 2 hours 26 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Fort Myers?

All times are local. ZIP code 33901.

Start: 1:43 p.m.
Peak: 2:59 p.m.
End: 4:13 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 52.3%
Total time: 2 hours 29 minutes

What time is the solar eclipse in Sarasota?

All times are local. ZIP code 34230.

Start: 1:42 p.m.
Peak: 2:59 p.m.
End: 4:13 p.m.
Maximum coverage: 56.1%
Total time: 2 hours 31 minutes

When is the eclipse today across Florida? Here are the best times to head outside (2024)

FAQs

What is the best time to see the eclipse in Florida? ›

Roughly speaking, in Florida the peak of the partial eclipse will start about 1:55 p.m. CDT in Pensacola and at 3:02 p.m. EDT on Miami Beach. Here's a look at the peak time around the state, which is the time the maximum coverage of the sun is expected: Pensacola: 1:55 p.m. CDT. Tallahassee: 3 p.m. EDT.

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What time does the solar eclipse happen in Florida today? ›

In Orlando, Florida, the solar eclipse will begin at 1:46 p.m., before peaking at 3:03 p.m. with 57% coverage expected (partial solar eclipse). The eclipse will end shortly after 4:15 p.m.

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Do you need eclipse glasses in Florida? ›

Though Florida is not in the path of totality for the April 8 celestial event, the eclipse can still be seen via protective solar eclipse glasses, shadows on the ground or other creative (and safe) means. Interestingly, you can find some items in your kitchen pantry or the kitchen utensil drawer.

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What time is the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024? ›

The total eclipse began in Mexico at about 11:07 a.m. PDT, Monday before crossing into Texas at 1:27 p.m. CDT. It ended in Maine at 3:35 p.m. EDT. Even those who weren't in the path of totality could see a percentage of the eclipse.

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Will the eclipse be visible in fl? ›

The Sunshine State, true to its name, will not be in the path of totality, but that doesn't mean we won't see anything at all. The sun will be obscured 57% at the maximum eclipse visible in Florida.

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Will it be dark during the eclipse in Florida? ›

Although the path of totality in the U.S. ranges from Texas to Maine, Central Florida residents will experience a darkening effect similar to cloudy skies during the partial eclipse.

What percent of the eclipse will Florida see? ›

Thirteen states, and portions of others, are in the path of totality, meaning the moon will completely block the sun. Florida isn't one of them, but residents will be able to see a partial eclipse. The moon will block up to 76 percent of the sun in Pensacola, but only about 48 percent in Palm Beach.

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What can I use to look at the eclipse? ›

You can use a cereal box to make makeshift glasses that allow you to safely view the eclipse, according to NASA. To start, empty the cereal box. Then cut a piece of white cardboard to fit in the bottom of the box. It should be snug, or you should glue it in place.

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What percent of the solar eclipse will Florida see? ›

Depending on where you live in Florida, it will determine how much of the total solar eclipse you'll be able to see. Here in Central Florida and the Orlando metro, we're expecting to see about 50-60% of totality – which means we'll see what appears to be a "crescent moon" in front of the sun.

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What happens if you look at a solar eclipse without glasses? ›

According to the Adler Planetarium, viewing the solar eclipse without proper eyewear can result in irreversible eye damage within seconds, and as your eyes lack the nerve endings to register pain as it's occurring.

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Is it bad to look at a solar eclipse without glasses? ›

Any amount of time looking at the eclipse without protection is too long, experts say. "If someone briefly looks at the eclipse, if it's extremely brief, in some cases there won't be damage. But damage can happen even within a fraction of a second in some cases," Brinton said.

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Can you use normal sunglasses for an eclipse? ›

The short answer is no. According to NASA, “regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, are not safe for viewing the Sun.” Instead, you'll want to find special eclipse glasses. These are at least 1,000 times darker than the darkest sunglasses you can find, Scientific American reports.

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Where is the best place to see the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024? ›

Maine will have the best weather to see the eclipse in all of North America. From Mexico to Maine, if you're in a city where the total solar eclipse will grace the skies Monday afternoon, cloud coverage may dampen your view.

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What time is the eclipse on April 8? ›

A partial solar eclipse was visible in Los Angeles on Monday, April 8. The eclipse started at 10:06 a.m. and then peaked at 11:12 a.m. with the moon expected to cover 57% of the sun's diameter and 49% of the sun's area. The eclipse ended at 12:22 p.m.

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What time does eclipse start tomorrow in Florida? ›

The eclipse will start at 1:45 pm reach at peak at 3:03 pm and end at 4:17 pm.

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What time is the eclipse Tampa? ›

In Tampa Bay, about 65% of the sun will be blocked by the moon. The full effects of the eclipse began at around 1:43 p.m., with maximum blockage occurring at around 3 p.m. and then ending at 4:15 p.m.

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