April 2024 Eclipse Time And Date. The total solar eclipse began over the south pacific ocean. On april 8, 2024, starting at 12:51 pm cdt, the moon will begin to pass in front of the sun and a total (or partial) solar eclipse will occur.

During a total solar eclipse, the moon moves between the earth and sun completely obscuring the sun. Finally, the altitude and azimuth of the sun is given for each event.