"2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Cloudy Forecast and Ideal Viewing Locations"

The latest weather forecast for the total solar eclipse path across the United States indicates cloudy skies along most of the route, with the best chance for clear skies favoring the northeast U.S. The eclipse is set to occur on Monday, April 8, with the moon covering about 74 percent of the sun in the Twin Cities area. While the cloud forecast may change, many people who have been planning travel for years are hoping for clear skies to witness this rare event.