A total solar eclipse is set to cross through parts of Canada on Monday, offering crowds in its path a dazzling view of the astronomical wonder. That is, if clouds don't get in the way.
A total solar eclipse is set to cross through parts of Canada on Monday, offering crowds in its path a dazzling view of the astronomical wonder.Some popular viewing spots in the eclipse's path of totality could be under cloud cover, while areas in Quebec and the Maritimes are shaping up for good views.
Southwestern Ontario, including Point Pelee National Park, are forecasted to see a mix of sun and cloud. But moving into the Hamilton-Niagara region and Toronto, the conditions get worse. "We have some clear sky conditions everywhere along the path of the total eclipse, and even the partial eclipse on the periphery of the path," he said in an interview on Sunday.
The best spots are expected to be on the southern shores and right near the middle of the island, he said. But Martel said the western shores around Stephenville and the eastern areas around Clarenville are expected to see cloudy conditions.New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton, N.S.
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