"St. Louis Solar Eclipse: What to Expect on Monday"

St. Louis will experience a partial solar eclipse on Monday, with 98-99% of the sun's surface being blocked by the moon. While not in the path of totality, observers can still expect a unique spectacle with the sky darkening and a drop in temperature. Safety precautions include using ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses, creating a pinhole projector, or using proper solar filters for telescopes or binoculars. Travelers should be prepared for potential traffic delays if attempting to reach areas of totality, and the next solar eclipse in the United States is not projected until 2045.