Illinois Solar Eclipse Map April 8 2024. Totality enters illinois as it crosses the missouri state line southwest in carbondale at 1:58 p.m. On april 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse is set to occur, marking the final one visible from the united states until the year 2045.

The april 8, 2024, total solar eclipse will cross north america, including portions of the united states, mexico and canada. A solar eclipse happens when, at just the right moment, the moon passes between the sun and earth.