A truly rare event is coming to the DFW Metroplex, a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. The map below shows the path of totality of the eclipse in dark pink with the red dashed line representing the center of the total solar eclipse path. The lighter shades represent variations of partial eclipse viewing. As you can see, the DFW Metroplex is in the northwest quadrant of the path of totality. The last time Dallas and Fort Worth experienced a total solar eclipse was on July 29, 1878. We will not experience another one until June 30, 2345. So, it is truly a once in lifetime experience. A total solar eclipse is different than a partial solar eclipse and much rarer. For more information on the upcoming eclipse, please visit: weather.gov/fwd/eclipse2024.