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Later today, we will experience the first coast-to-coast solar eclipse in almost 100 years!
From Oregon to South Carolina, the total solar eclipse — which is when the moon crosses between the Earth and the sun effectively blocks out the sun’s light — will darken skies and provide revelatory visuals.
If you’re looking for an interactive map, Space.com has many useful options for solar eclipse 2017. If you’re looking for a live stream of the solar eclipse, Decider has you covered! Here’s everything you need to know about how to find a total solar eclipse live stream!
WHEN IS THE SOLAR ECLIPSE 2017?
The solar eclipse will take place on August 21st.
WHAT TIME IS THE SOLAR ECLIPSE 2017?
Weather permitting, everyone in the USA will be able to see at least a partial eclipse. USA reports that the show will start in Oregon at 9:05 a.m. and that the last glimpse of the moon’s shadow will fade out near Charleston, S.C. at 4:10 p.m. ET.
Accuweather has a helpful map you can utilize to see when you can catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse, and Vox has a helpful tool in which you can type in your zip code to find out when you can expect to see the eclipse in your area.
WHERE CAN I FIND A TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE LIVE STREAM?
There are many ways to watch a live stream of the solar eclipse! The New York Times is offering a YouTube live stream that we’ve embedded below.
NASA will host a live stream of the solar eclipse 2017 beginning at 12:00 pm ET on their Facebook page. The first hour will feature an Eclipse Preview Show followed by Solar Eclipse: Through the Eyes of Nasa at 1:00 pm ET, which will feature live views of the eclipse from viewers, spacecrafts, and three NASA aircrafts. Beginning at 1:15 pm ET, NASA will feature a unique 4K resolution 360 Facebook Live from Charleston, South Carolina of the solar eclipse. The totality of the solar eclipse should occur around 2:45 pm ET, with the stream concluding around 4:15 pm ET.
You can live stream the celestial show on NASA’s Facebook page (or on your TV with the Facebook video app), Nasa.gov/eclipselive, and NASA’s YouTube page. Additional NASA solar eclipse live stream can be found right here.
Facebook isn’t the only place to catch the solar eclipse! Twitter is teaming with the Weather Channel to live stream this once in a lifetime event. The stream will begin at 12:00 pm ET and it will include live footage from cities in Idaho, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, Kentucky, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Wyoming. You can follow the stream on Twitter (following this link), the Weather Channel app, on Weather.com.
You can also stream CBS News’ coverage of the event on CBS News’ 24-hour streaming platform, CBSN, beginning at 12:00 pm. From 1:00 to 3:00 PM, CBS News’ Facebook page will be streaming a CBS Special Report during the celestial phenomenon.
But wait, there’s more! CNN will present the solar eclipse in a 360 degree virtual reality live stream beginning at 1:00 pm ET. The historic virtual reality event will be available in 4K resolution at CNN.com/eclipse, CNN’s mobile apps, Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus, Oculus Rift via Oculus Video, and through CNN’s Facebook page (via Facebook Live 360).
Finally, the website Exploratorium is also hosting a free live stream of the solar eclipse, and ABC will air a two-hour special on the eclipse beginning at 1 PM EDT. The broadcast will air on ABCNEWS.go.com/live, Facebook Live, and YouTube. If you’re a PlayStation Vue, Sling TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV NOW, or Hulu Live TV subscriber, you can also follow along with the solar eclipse 2017 live stream. More on these (and free trials!) below.
HOW CAN I GET SLING TV?
This is a terrific time to check out Sling TV. The service’s Blue package, which includes access to FOX, NBC, USA, NFL Network, and more, normally costs $25 a month, but the company is currently offering subscribers a free one-week trial of the service. Then, from there, you can either download the Sling desktop app (if you’re watching on a desktop or laptop computer), or download the Sling app for iOS/Apple devices, Android, Roku, Microsoft, Nexus player, ZTE or XBox One.
HOW CAN I SIGN UP FOR PLAYSTATION VUE?
Over 100 of your favorite channels — including ESPN, FOX, Comedy Central, and FX — are available with PlayStation Vue. The service also allows you to stream a multitude of TV stations on your favorite device without a cable or satellite subscription. From their “Access” package that includes 45+ channels for $39.99 a month to their “Ultra” package that includes 90 channels plus HBO and Showtime for $74.99 a month, the service offers a variety of exciting opportunities for cord-cutters.
New subscribers can take advantage of a a 7-day free trial of Playstation Vue.
WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH HULU LIVE TV?
With Hulu Live TV you have the ability to watch live and on demand TV from 50+ top channels including sports, news, entertainment, and more. Plus, you also receive unlimited access to the Hulu Limited Commercials plan. The service is available for Apple devices, Google Chromecast, Xbox One, Android, and other devices. Intrigued? You can signup for Hulu Live TV right here!
HOW CAN I GET DIRECTV NOW?
DIRECTV NOW is a new streaming service from AT&T you can enjoy for as little as $35 per month. Available to watch on your TV, computer, or while you’re on the go, DIRECTV NOW offers flexible packages like the “Live a Little” package — which features 60+ channels (including ESPN and ESPN 2) for $35 month — and the “Gotta Have It” package — which features 120+ channels for $70 a month. You can download the DIRECTV NOW app on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon. Sound interesting? DIRECTV NOW is currently offering a free seven-day trial.
HOW CAN I SIGN UP FOR YOUTUBE TV?
YouTube TV allows you to live stream ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, and more! The service also features unlimited DVR storage space, and your subscription includes six accounts for $35 per month, with each profile getting its own recommendations and other personalized settings. Plus, you can cancel anytime. YouTube TV is available for Google Chromecast, iPhone, iPad, and Android in select markets — including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, and San Francisco — and is available to half of all U.S. households.
