Every solar eclipse to affect NJ through 2100, including totality

New Jersey is about to be treated to a much bigger and better event come 2024. A total solar eclipse is on its way with The Great Garden State falling into an excellent viewing area.

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The United States as a whole has been fairly lucky over the past several years when it comes to solar eclipses. Even here in New Jersey, we've been able to experience at least portions of different solar eclipses unfolding in the past.

Think back to June 10, 2021. That was one of the more recent times New Jersey was fortunate enough to witness such an event.

What made the June 10 event so rare for New Jersey was the fact that it was a solar eclipse sunrise. And a good portion of the sun was obstructed by the moon at that very moment the sun rose over the horizon.

It pretty much resembled a cradle rising into the sky. What's more, because it was so low in the sky it was actually safe to look at with the naked eye at the very beginning.

Here's just a quick look back at that day. Some of these images are absolutely stunning.

April 8, 2024, and beyond

It won't be long before New Jersey experiences its next major solar event. April 8, 2024, will be a near-total eclipse for us.

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Then in 2025, New Jersey will experience another partial sunrise eclipse. And beyond that, will see more near-total solar eclipses, including one at full totality.

Here's a look at every solar eclipse that'll affect New Jersey throughout the 21st century.

The above post reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 Sunday morning host Mike Brant. Any opinions expressed are his own.