Eclipse Watching from Your Pool or Hot Tub

You may know that on Monday, April 8, many people in North America can witness a total solar eclipse. But what if you wanted to do your eclipse watching from your pool or hot tub?

The April 8 Solar Eclipse

This solar eclipse will last almost twice as long as the 2017 eclipse, and more people than ever can watch it. This includes many of us right here in Arkansas.

You can expect the moon to shroud the sun for up to four minutes and 28 seconds. Nearly 50 million people are in the path of totality, and another 200 million are within 200 miles. Millions more are expected to travel to watch it.

According to experts, nearly everyone can see a partial eclipse. You can also watch it online (or in person) from the comfort of your pool or hot tub.

Watching Safely

It is worth noting that you absolutely do not want to stare directly at the sun during a solar eclipse (or really ever). The only time it’s safe to witness it with your naked eye is during totality, which is the period of total darkness when the moon completely covers the sun.

So, how can you watch it safely while soaking in your hot tub or hanging out in your swimming pool?

You need eclipse glasses. Sunglasses won’t cut, and you don’t want to use binoculars that don’t have the right solar filter.

You can check the internet to purchase eclipse glasses, you may still be able to find them around town.

Interested in making your own? Here’s how.

Watching from Your Pool or Hot Tub

Eclipse watching is a fun and educational thing to do with your whole family. And what better place to do it than outside, soaking in your hot tub or pool?

Just be sure to wear your eclipse glasses, and you’ll have something to remember for a lifetime. After all, the next one isn’t happening until 2044!