After weeks of anticipation, the moon’s shadow passed across the sun to enthralled onlookers in the nation’s capital.

“It’s a very slow change, and a very slight change… people will be able to tell the difference only if they use a safe solar viewer.”

Sometimes people will tell me they’re not sure if they’ve seen a eclipse, and it’s a sure sign that they saw a partial one,” says Dr. Edwin Turner.

It will likely make the day seem hazier than normal, but the city won’t experience the blackout conditions associated with a total solar eclipse.

Pro-tip: sunglasses aren’t adequate protection!

Despite the presence of clouds, it’s beautiful.

But you gotta set your alarm super early to see it.