Good weather still in forecast for local eclipse viewing

Our area continues to be one of those with the best chance for a clear view of Monday’s solar eclipse.

Forecasters say the threat of cloud coverage continues to loom over much of the the path of totality.

The latest forecast from the National Weather Service says people from Texas into Arkansas and possibly in Ohio, northwest Pennsylvania and western New York could have their viewing of the eclipse impeded by clouds.

The regions from central Indiana to southern Missouri and northern New England are the areas with the best chances for clear viewing according to forecasters.

Our forecast for Monday is partly sunny with a high of 74.

TTWN Media Networks contributed to this report