"2024 Solar Eclipse: Path, Peak Times, and Weather Forecast for Chicago"

A partial solar eclipse is set to occur in Chicago on Monday afternoon, with the event starting around 12:51 p.m., reaching its maximum coverage at 2:07 p.m., and concluding at 3:21 p.m. The eclipse will have a maximum coverage of 93.9 percent in Chicago, and people are advised to use protective solar eclipse glasses or other eye protection when viewing the event. Pet owners are also cautioned to keep their animals inside to prevent potential eye damage. Various events celebrating the eclipse are planned around the city, and the weather is expected to be mostly sunny and warm, with temperatures gradually cooling off later in the week.