April 8 2024 Eclipse School Closings Chicago. On april 8th, 2024, at 2:07 pm, chicago will be at the maximum point within the eclipse zone, with 94% of the sun covered by the moon. On monday afternoon, a total solar eclipse will halt the day in its tracks as millions of people tilt their heads to the sky.

It’ll be 75 years until illinois sees another one. The moon will appear to cover the entire surface of the sun.