Solar Eclipse 2024 is happening this afternoon, and we've got the best solar eclipse memes and tweets to get you ready

Ah, the solar eclipse. A time for astronomers to geek out, casual skywatchers to whip out their phone cameras (hopefully with the proper filters!), and for the internet to unleash a torrent of…well, solar eclipse memes. Yes, folks, it seems the once-in-a-lifetime (well, for North America at least) celestial event is just another excuse for the digital age to unleash its full arsenal of pop culture references, existential dread, and, of course, those goddamn yellow blobs. Below we have the best solar eclipse 2024 memes to get you fired up for today's event.

Here at Thunder Dungeon, we embrace the chaotic energy of the internet with the enthusiasm of a middle-aged dad discovering Vine compilations. So, before we all plunge into a brief afternoon of twilight (hopefully without accidentally burning our retinas out – looking at you, 2017 eclipse meme-makers!), let's take a moment to revel in the glorious absurdity of solar eclipse memes.

Existential Dread and Adulting Struggles: Top Eclipse Memes 2024

We get it, Karen, eclipses are disruptive. But hey, at least you have an excuse to explain your inevitable afternoon slump (it's not just the four cups of coffee you had before noon, is it?). Speaking of existential dread, the upcoming celestial event has certainly inspired a wave of solar eclipse memes that contemplate the vastness of space and the insignificance of our earthly woes. Look, if a solar eclipse can't make you ponder the absurdity of the universe for a fleeting moment, then what can?

Eclipse Memes 2024: A Pop Culture Extravaganza

Now, we can't forget the low-hanging fruit of eclipse memes 2024: pop culture references. Get ready for a healthy dose of familiar references for the eclipse. And of course, no meme-fest is complete without a healthy dose of cats. Expect a plethora of feline silhouettes gazing majestically at the eclipsed sun, all captioned with something witty like "judgment day is here, and frankly, I'm unimpressed."

So, without further preamble, here are the...

The 20 Best Solar Eclipse Memes To Get You Ready

Beyond the Memes: A Shared Human Experience

But amidst the solar eclipse memes chaos, there's a certain heartwarming aspect to the event. It's a reminder that despite our differences, we're all united under one sky, gazing at the same celestial phenomenon. Maybe, just maybe, this shared experience will inspire a few eclipse memes 2024 that go beyond the tired tropes and actually make us think, or even… gasp… feel something. Hey, a man can dream, right?

So, there you have it. The 2024 solar eclipse: a chance to witness a rare astronomical wonder, a breeding ground for internet humor (of varying quality), and perhaps, a fleeting moment of shared humanity. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a date with some tinfoil and a colander (safety not guaranteed, but hey, content is content, right?).

If your eyeballs still function and you are looking for more laughs, check out our latest meme dump. Or if you missed the event today because of your stupid job, commiserate with your fellow grinders with one of the best work memes galleries you will find on the internet.