Everyone is worried about what the weather will be like for Monday afternoon's solar eclipse.
Although cloudy skies will affect your ability to see the eclipse, there are also some notable differences in weather due to the eclipse.
When does a solar eclipse start and end?
Although people in Delaware will not be able to see the full solar eclipse, the partial solar eclipse will begin on Monday, April 8 at 2:07 p.m. and end at 4:34 p.m.
The maximum solar eclipse begins at 3:23 p.m.
What is the weather forecast for the solar eclipse in Delaware?
The partial solar eclipse will be visible in Delaware from 2:07 p.m. to 4:34 p.m. At this time, the National Weather Service predicts mostly sunny skies across most of the state and temperatures in the low 60s. The sky is expected to be mostly clear, but some clouds are expected in some areas.
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How does a solar eclipse affect the weather?
According to the National Weather Service, when the sun's rays are blocked from the Earth's surface, there are noticeable changes in the weather.
- When the sun's light disappears from the earth, the temperature drops several degrees.
- A boon for eclipse watchers, cloud cover decreases during the eclipse. Reduced solar radiation and lower temperatures can reduce convection and cloud cover.
- During a solar eclipse, humidity increases as temperatures approach the dew point.
- Wind decreases because solar radiation and convection decrease.
How will my pet react to a solar eclipse?
Jeff Raibert, pet supplies buyer for New York-based produce and feed store Country Max, said in a release that it's possible that dogs might try to look at the sun during an eclipse because they don't try to look at the sun on normal days. He said that the gender is low. But, just like in humans, if you do, you can damage your eyes. We recommend keeping pets inside during the eclipse. He noted to watch for excessive barking, cowering, or signs of stress.
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Dr. Jerry Klein, chief veterinarian for the American Kennel Club, told a USA Today reporter that sensitive dogs who are anxious or have been hit hard by the storm may be sensitive to the emotions of those who gathered to watch the eclipse. He said there is a high possibility that they will be detected. Simply put, they begin to react to their owner's excitement or anxiety rather than the actual eclipse.
Some dogs bark and some dogs don't. Cats don't care.
There isn't a lot of research on how pets react to solar eclipses. But being there seems to indicate that they are not strongly influenced. The latest study was published earlier this month and was conducted during a partial solar eclipse on October 14, 2023. The study reported the behavior of more than 200 animals, primarily dogs.
