Get Ready for the Solar Eclipse in Toronto!

🌑Toronto will experience near darkness as 99% of the sun will be covered by the moon during the solar eclipse.

🕑The solar eclipse will start around 2:04 PM and reach its peak at 3:19 PM in Toronto.

👀Although Toronto is not in the path of totality, precautions should still be taken to protect your eyes while observing the eclipse.

🎉Various viewing parties and events are being organized across Toronto for people to safely observe the solar eclipse.

☁️The visibility of the eclipse in Toronto is dependent on the weather conditions on that day.

What time will the solar eclipse start in Toronto?

—The solar eclipse will start around 2:04 PM in Toronto.

What time will the solar eclipse reach its peak in Toronto?

—The solar eclipse will reach its peak at 3:19 PM in Toronto.

Do I need to wear special glasses to view the eclipse in Toronto?

—Yes, it is important to wear special eclipse glasses or use other approved solar filters to protect your eyes while observing the eclipse.

Where can I find viewing parties for the solar eclipse in Toronto?

—There are various viewing parties and events being organized across Toronto, including at Toronto metropolitan University and the Toronto Zoo.

What should I do if the weather is bad on the day of the solar eclipse in Toronto?

—Unfortunately, the visibility of the eclipse is dependent on the weather, and if it is cloudy or raining, it may be difficult to observe the eclipse.

00:00Toronto will not be in the path of totality for the solar eclipse, but it will be very close.

00:0299% of the sun will be covered by the moon, causing near darkness in the city.

00:20The eclipse will make it darker and colder in Toronto due to the reduced heat from the sun.

00:29The eclipse may cause confusion among nocturnal animals and drivers.

02:46Viewing the eclipse in Toronto requires an unobstructed view of the sun, preferably from a southwest direction.