Path of the eclipse: Real-time updates as the total solar eclipse hits SA and the Hill Country

The eclipse will start at 1:33 p.m. CT in parts of the Hill Country with the maximum amount of totality.

SAN ANTONIO — Whether you are travelling to the path of totality or watching the eclipse from the comfort of your own home, KENS 5 is bringing minute-by-minute updates of traffic conditions, weather conditions and festivals and large gatherings.

The eclipse will start at 1:33 p.m. CT in parts of the Hill Country with the maximum amount of totality. Several areas in both San Antonio and the Hill Country are in the path of totality.

Take a look below at real-time updates as the day unfolds.

Real-time updates

10:30 a.m.

Unfortunately, cloud cover will be around at 1:33 p.m, when the window of totality is set to begin in the Hill Country. The KENS 5 forecast shows the region could see some overcast weather around 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. 

The Texas Department of transportation is warning drivers not to stop on the highway to look at the eclipse. They are asking drivers to check DriveTexas.org to keep up with local traffic updates.

9 a.m.

Traffic was slow on I-10 west just north of San Antonio as drivers made their way to parts of the Hill Country with the longest time for the eclipse. 

ECLIPSE TRAFFIC: I-10 traffic is already backed up going toward the Hill Country.
ECLIPSE GUIDE: https://www.kens5.com/article/news/world/solar-eclipse/kens-5-total-eclipse-guide-live-views-hot-spots-preparation-san-antonio/273-cebcb7d6-b6ae-4377-9d66-9d4f8e1ddf7e?tag1=kensshare

Posted by KENS 5 & Kens5.com on Monday, April 8, 2024

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