Solar Eclipse Day 2024 Path. The totality path will cross parts of 15 states of the u.s., mexico, and canada. During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely blocks the sun while it passes between the sun and earth.

On april 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross north and central america creating a path of totality. The april 8, 2024, total solar eclipse will begin over the south pacific ocean and will cross north america, passing over mexico, united states, and canada.