SAN ANTONIO -- The sun on Monday will disappear from the sky for a few hours.
Many across the country will experience the phenomena of a total solar eclipse, while others will only see parts of it.
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It's a natural phenomenon that most will only see once in their lifetime.
"I'm pretty excited for it, it's just something pretty cool to experience," said San Antonio resident Roberto Noriga.
It's the first, and possibly the last time, Noriga will get to experience a solar eclipse.
"It looks like it'll make the day really dark," said Noriga.
For a brief moment Monday, many cities across the country will drastically switch from day to night in part of the eclipse.
"For us, it's the first time in 90 years that one has gone across the United States," said Michelle Risse with Scobee Planetarium.
The last one passed from Washington to Florida in 1918. Monday's eclipse will travel from Oregon through to South Carolina.
"Along the path of totality is the best place to go," said Risse.
Meaning states above and below the path won't witness the full effect.
Risse said here in Texas, we're going to see what is known as a partial solar eclipse.
That means we'll see about 65 percent of the sun being blocked off.
But even at 65 percent, Risse said sky gazers need to take precautions before staring at the eclipse.
She recommends solar glasses for viewing.
"Even with 65 percent, its still incredibly powerful and could damage your eye," she said.
Which is important to know if you are one of millions expected to be part of the viewing experience.
"I thought it would be pretty fun to watch," said Noriga.
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