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Oklahoma City, OK / Little Rock, AR – Residents across Oklahoma and Arkansas will be some of the best-positioned skywatchers in the entire United States for the most dramatic eclipse of 2026, with viewing conditions expected to be near ideal compared to nearly every other region.
According to astronomical forecasts, four eclipses will occur in 2026, including two solar and two lunar eclipses. For both states, the clear highlight is the March total lunar eclipse, which should be visible in full statewide, weather permitting.
March 3, 2026 — Total Lunar Eclipse (Prime Viewing in OK & AR)
This is the top eclipse event of 2026 for U.S. residents, and Oklahoma and Arkansas sit squarely in the heart of the strongest viewing corridor…