Coloradans looking forward to checking out the total solar eclipse on Monday may contend with clouds.
Although the National Weather Service suggests northeastern Colorado as an ideal spot for viewing, several areas throughout the state could experience varying levels of cloud cover this afternoon. For instance, the forecasts for Colorado Springs and Pueblo anticipate partly sunny days.
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The eclipse is set to occur between 11:28 a.m. and 1:54 p.m., with the peak happening at 12:40 p.m. “Temperatures should be comfortable for viewing today’s eclipse across the plains and foothills,” the National Weather Service reports. Viewers are advised to wear eye protection.
Colorado notably doesn’t fall in the path of totality, which first arcs through Maine, then New York and Ohio before hitting Indiana, Arkansas and, finally, Texas.
Still, not all hope is lost: Patient Coloradans can look forward to another eclipse — on Aug. 12, 2045, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports.
In Denver, the forecast is predicted as mostly sunny, with a high near 58. Tonight is expected to be mostly cloudy, and the low could drop to around 34 degrees. Tuesday may offer similar conditions, with anticipated sunny skies during the day and a partly-cloudy evening.
Across the southern Front Range Mountains, residents could see minimal snow overnight.