Solar Eclipse 2017: Connecticut Weather Forecast

HARTFORD, CT — On Monday, Aug. 21, residents of Connecticut will be able to view a partial solar eclipse. But what what will the weather be like, and will the skies be clear enough to get a good look (while wearing protective eclipse glasses, of course)?

The current forecast for Monday offers some good news, as its expected to be sunny, with a high near 86, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast for Monday night is also reported as mostly clear, with a low around 65.

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• Total Solar Eclipse 2017: What CT Residents Need To Know

According to eclipse2017.org, Connecticut will experience an approximately 68 percent eclipse. The partial phases will start in our area at 1:25 p.m., according to both Yale University and Wesleyan University. It will then reach a maximum effacement of the sun's disk at 2:45 p.m. and end around at 4 p.m.

Check out Vox's interactive map to figure out what time the solar eclipse will reach its height in your area.

According to NASA, those viewing the eclipse in Connecticut need to wear a pair of NASA-approved solar eclipse glasses. Wearing these special spectacles will protect viewers' eyes from the potentially damaging effects of the sun.

The website ctvisit.com lists a number of different places in Connecticut hosting events and activities celebrating the eclipse, which can be viewed here. An interactive map with additional events throughout the U.S. can be found here.

NASA will also be providing live video from several cities in the path of the total eclipse. You can use this interactive Google map to find the spot of the longest eclipse.

Images via NASA