The Rare Natural Phenomenon In Detroit That Will Go Down In History

On August 21, 2017, the city of Detroit will experience a natural phenomenon that hasn't occurred in nearly a century. A solar eclipse is making its way across the United States! The full eclipse will be visible in some part of the U.S. more than others, and though Detroit doesn't fall within the 100% zone of totality, we will still be treated to an nearly 80% eclipsed sun. Read on to learn where you can witness this rare phenomenon and the best viewing times in Detroit. You won't want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience!

A solar eclipse is making its way across the United States and will take place on Monday, August 21, 2017.

While some parts of the U.S. will see a total solar eclipse, Detroit will see a partial eclipse- but it will still be an incredible show!

During a total eclipse, the moon passes between the Sun and Earth and we experience darkness for a short period of time.

The states that will be lucky enough to witness the total eclipse are: Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

Here in Detroit, the moon will eclipse the sun by approximately 79% at around 2:27 p.m.

The partial eclipse will begin at 1:03 p.m. and end at 3:47 p.m., with the most coverage at 2:27 p.m.

The predicted weather forecast looks pretty clear for Detroit, so clouds shouldn't prevent us from seeing the eclipse.

The Michigan Science Center is just one of many locations where you can watch the partial eclipse safely.

If you're planning on watching the eclipse, it is imperative to wear protective eyeglasses. You can find specialized eclipse glasses sold at large retail stores. There are also several large viewing parties planned around town. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Michigan Science Center will hold a watch party and plans on live streaming the eclipse.

If you can't make it outside, NASA will also be live broadcasting the eclipse on their website. They'll be filming from within the zone of totality, as well as from spacecrafts, aircrafts, high-altitude balloons, and even on the International Space Station! Go here to watch the livestream on NASA's website.

The partial eclipse will be brief, but is sure to be an incredible thing to watch.

The last time a full solar eclipse was visable from coast-to-coast was on June 8th, 1918. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience you don't want to miss!

This spectacular event in Detroit will go down in history. To get a better idea of what time and what parts of Michigan will experience the eclipse, watch the video below (skip to 00:11 to see the progression of the sun across the country).

Where will you be watching the partial eclipse?

Check out where you can watch an 80-90% eclipsed sun in other parts of Michigan!