A total solar eclipse is like a big shadow covering part of the Earth. When this happens, the Sun’s light goes away for a little while, and that makes the air get cooler, just like when you turn off the lights in a room during the day. The sky might even start to look like nighttime, which can make animals behave strangely too. This temporary change in temperature and light can cause small changes in weather around the world.
Examples
- During a solar eclipse, it might feel like a cold wind suddenly blows through your hair, even in the middle of summer.
- The temperature drops so fast that you might need to put on a jacket during an eclipse.
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See also
- How Does a Solar Eclipse Affect the Weather?
- How Do Solar Eclipses Affect Earth’s Climate?
- How Does a Solar Eclipse Actually Work?
- What Makes a ‘Solar Eclipse’ Different from a ‘Lunar Eclipse’?
- What Causes the ‘Ring of Fire’ Eclipse and How Is It Different from a Total Eclipse?