A total lunar eclipse set for the evening of March 13 and early morning on March 14 will color the moon coppery red, primarily visible from North and South America. The phenomenon, known as a blood moon, occurs when the Earth aligns with the sun and moon, casting a shadow that results in the red hue due to atmospheric scattering. Observers can enjoy this spectacle without any special viewing equipment, provided skies are clear, and the next total lunar eclipse will take place on September 7-8, 2025, for various regions including Asia and Europe.
A total lunar eclipse will occur on March 13-14, causing the moon to appear coppery red, best viewed from North and South America.
During a total lunar eclipse, sunlight filtering through Earth's atmosphere casts a red glow on the moon, creating the phenomenon known as a blood moon.
The next total lunar eclipse will be on September 7-8, visible from Asia, Europe, Africa and Australia, with future events in March 2026.
Skywatchers can view the lunar eclipse without special equipment, with peak visibility at midnight PT when the blood moon will be at its fullest.
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