The morning of June 10th, 2021, will start like any other day. At 6:05 a.m., the sun will rise. Birds will begin to wake up and sing, and you’ll begin to wake up and maybe get ready for work. However, there will be something about this sunrise that’s a little less normal: on this morning, should you glance at the rising sun (with proper protective gear, of course), you’ll notice that there’s a piece of it “missing”. It’s not every day you get to see a solar eclipse in Indiana, so we recommend taking a look.
An incredible event known as an annular solar eclipse will put on quite a show for Canada, Greenland, and Russia.
aiko vanhulsen/Flickr However, some of the United States is lucky, too, because we get a partial solar eclipse - at sunrise, no less.
This map illustrates how much of the sun will be blocked out by the moon on this morning over the entire Hoosier State.
Time and Date Darker colors indicate more of the sun being obscured; as you can see, if you’re in the northeastern-most corner of Indiana, you’ll get the most out of the experience.
The largest city in the path of the most dramatic part of the solar eclipse is Angola, so it may benefit you to stay there the night before.
David Paleino/Flickr The eclipse begins before sunrise, unfortunately; sunrise is at 6:05 a.m., and the peak of the eclipse is at 6:08.
However, it’s definitely worth watching - it’s definitely not every day you see a solar eclipse in Indiana - let alone right at dawn.
NASA HQ PHOTO/Flickr Angola, Indiana, and the rest of the northeastern corner of the state will be treated to the sun being 36.19% obstructed by the moon - a noticeable chunk.
We’re all used to the sight of a crescent moon, but how many of us have ever seen a crescent - or in any way obstructed - sun?
Steve Baker/Flickr In August 2017, much of the United States was treated to at least a partial solar eclipse, with many places being right in the path of totality (complete coverage). Indiana was treated to a partial eclipse, however, the path of totality crossed just south of the state.
The next major one - during which Indiana will be in the path of totality (yay!) - will be in 2024.
Tim Ebbs/Flickr This little event in June of this year is a great chance to “practice” what you’ll do for that eclipse; will you travel, or will you stay home? It’s up to you, but keep in mind that lots of other people may be traveling, too, and plan accordingly.
Some major cities that will be under the partial eclipse sunrise are Indianapolis and Fort Wayne.
Floyd Wilde/Flickr
It is imperative to observe an eclipse – even a partial one – as safely as possible. Never, ever look directly at the sun; to do so causes severe eye damage. Viewing a solar eclipse is best with eclipse-specific glasses, or by looking at the shadows of leaves on the ground during the eclipse – the sunlight will be oddly mottled, and you’ll notice that it’s because you can see that the shape of the sun is different on the ground. This website is helpful in helping you locate eclipse-friendly glasses to watch it with.
aiko vanhulsen/Flickr
However, some of the United States is lucky, too, because we get a partial solar eclipse - at sunrise, no less.
Time and Date
Darker colors indicate more of the sun being obscured; as you can see, if you’re in the northeastern-most corner of Indiana, you’ll get the most out of the experience.
David Paleino/Flickr
The eclipse begins before sunrise, unfortunately; sunrise is at 6:05 a.m., and the peak of the eclipse is at 6:08.
NASA HQ PHOTO/Flickr
Angola, Indiana, and the rest of the northeastern corner of the state will be treated to the sun being 36.19% obstructed by the moon - a noticeable chunk.
Steve Baker/Flickr
In August 2017, much of the United States was treated to at least a partial solar eclipse, with many places being right in the path of totality (complete coverage). Indiana was treated to a partial eclipse, however, the path of totality crossed just south of the state.
Tim Ebbs/Flickr
This little event in June of this year is a great chance to “practice” what you’ll do for that eclipse; will you travel, or will you stay home? It’s up to you, but keep in mind that lots of other people may be traveling, too, and plan accordingly.
Floyd Wilde/Flickr
So, what do you think? Will you be viewing this strange and beautiful solar eclipse in Indiana on June 10, 2021? We sure will! Tell us your plans in the comments.
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