Eclipse 2024 Date Path. Based on observations from several nasa missions, the map details the path of the moon’s shadow as it crosses the contiguous u.s. 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 monday, april 8, 2024, total solar eclipse crossed north america, passing over mexico, the united states, and canada.