Solar eclipses only happen in a new moon cycle; therefore, we will have a neap tide here in Louisiana when the eclipse happens on Monday.

Solar eclipses occur during the moon's "new" phase, the first step in the lunar cycle. April 8's new moon is also a "perigean spring tide" — when the moon is either full or new and at its ...

Total solar eclipses do not have any unique impact on Earth's tides, and therefore don't cause earthquakes. John Finney photography / Getty Images Some research suggests that a new moon — which ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Parking on the beach may be limited as above normal crowds are expected for the annular solar eclipse this weekend. Spring tides happen during a new and full moon.