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By Iain Todd\n <\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 at 10:59 AM<\/p>

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The total solar eclipse in North America on April 8 2024 is one of the biggest astronomy events of the year, and you’ll be able to watch the whole thing online.<\/p>

Around 32 million people live inside the path of totality for the 2024 April solar eclipse<\/a>.<\/p>

This means 32 million people will be able to witness the full total solar eclipse from their own neighbourhood, while everyone else observing in North America will observe a partial solar eclipse instead.<\/p>

Not going to be able to watch the April 8 eclipse in person? Watch it online instead! Credit: FREDERIC J. BROWN\/AFP via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>

The length of totality – how long the Sun is fully eclipsed for – during the April 8 eclipse<\/a> differs depending on where you are observing from, but peaks at 4 minutes and 27 seconds.<\/p>

If you’re not going to be in North America for the eclipse, or if you’re not able to step outside and view it on the day (or if it’s clouded over!), there are numerous places you can watch online.<\/p>

Find out more with our facts about the April 8 eclipse<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>

Watch the April 8 total solar eclipse online<\/strong><\/h2>

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