On August 21, 2017, parts of the United States will be treated to a total solar eclipse — when the moon crosses between the Earth and the sun, and blocks out the sun's light.
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Everything you need to know about the 2017 solar eclipse
The US will see a total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. Here's what will happen to the moon, sun, and Earth.
An illustration of a total solar eclipse.
Solar eclipses look different depending on location. On August 21, the total solar eclipse will
What the eclipse will look like
GIF by Ernie Wright/NASA
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How long the upcoming solar eclipse will last
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