Mixture of Clear and Overcast Skies Expected for Monday's Eclipse in Saskatchewan
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We’re now in the last few days before the partial solar eclipse that will cross the skies above Saskatchewan on Monday and we’re now getting a clearer idea of the weather conditions that we can expect for that time period.
Safety Measures
In order to safely enjoy the eclipse, it's crucial to use ISO 12312-2 certified solar glasses. Directly looking the sun, even during an eclipse, can cause serious, and possibly permanent, damage to your eyes. You can only view the eclipse without the glasses during the few minutes of totality. Solar glasses are designed to block harmful solar radiation and protect your eyes while allowing you to safely witness the event.
Never use makeshift viewing solutions like sunglasses or homemade filters, as they do not offer adequate protection against the sun's rays. Also, remember that the same rules apply to taking pictures with your phone. The sun can damage your camera’s sensors if you don’t have the proper solar filter (such as the same solar glasses for your eyes).
Your Guide to the Eclipse:
The forecast for Monday looks optimistic for some and less than ideal for others across Saskatchewan. There will be a significant area of overcast skies that cuts through Southern Saskatchewan and an additional area in Southeast Saskatchewan that will make it difficult for those that wish to catch a glimpse of the eclipse in the afternoon. Luckily for those to the west, early morning cloud cover will be replaced by clear or mostly clear skies just in time for the start of the event.
