Austin, Texas – Cloud cover is expected to obscure much of Tuesday morning’s lunar eclipse across South-Central Texas.
According to the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio, clouds are forecast to spread across the region overnight into early Tuesday, reducing visibility for most areas during the peak eclipse hours.
The partial eclipse begins at 3:50 a.m. Central Standard Time. Totality starts at 5:04 a.m. and ends at 6:02 a.m., with moonset occurring around 7 a.m., according to Weather.gov. Forecasters say widespread cloud cover is likely during that window.
However, areas along the Rio Grande may see clearer skies between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. before clouds increase closer to sunrise. The NWS noted that clearer conditions in those western counties could provide a limited viewing opportunity before overcast conditions expand eastward.
The eclipse will occur during the pre-dawn commute hours, potentially affecting early-morning travelers hoping to view the event before work or school.
Meteorologists emphasized that cloud timing remains critical, and even partial breaks could briefly improve visibility in isolated locations. Residents planning to observe the eclipse are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts for localized cloud trends.
All times provided by the National Weather Service are in Central Standard Time.
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