Eclipse track April 8: Will we be able to see the solar eclipse? A look at the cloud forecast

CINCINNATI — The total solar eclipse is a must-see phenomenon! But in order to see it, we will need Mother Nature to cooperate, and we are looking perfect today!

For Cincinnati, that partial eclipse begins at 1:52:11 p.m. when you can view the moon blocking the sun through solar glasses or other approved viewing means such as a telescope with a solar filter. This will last around two and a half hours until just a few minutes of totality when the entire area inside the below track will become dark in a total solar eclipse. How long darkness lasts depends on where you are inside of the below path, but it won't last longer than four minutes no matter where you are.

So let's jump into the forecast. You can watch the video at the top of this story for a full breakdown of the timing, but here are a few notes:

Clouds have already moved out and we are seeing upper level cirrus clouds in most locations. That has brought a lot of sun and warmth so far! Temperatures have climbed near 70!

By the time of totality, it does look like we will finally see clearing which means at this moment, seeing the phenomenon shouldn't be an issue.

We will continue to monitor it closely and post updates as needed. As for temperatures, we will start the day in the upper 40s and low 50s before warmer to the lower 70s this afternoon, right around the time of totality. Don't be surprised by a dip in temperatures during the 2 hours of the partial and total eclipse!

Make sure to come back to this story to get the latest update on the forecast.