A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon.
Eclipses occur only at full moon, when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are perfectly aligned in a straight line.
– Partial: Only part of the Moon enters Earth’s shadow. – Penumbral: A faint shadow darkens the Moon. – Total: The entire Moon moves into Earth’s darkest shadow.
This happens because Earth’s atmosphere bends sunlight, filtering out blue and letting red light reach the Moon.
There are usually 1–3 lunar eclipses each year. But a total lunar eclipse at your location may only happen every 2–3 years.
Unlike a solar eclipse, lunar eclipses are completely safe to watch with the naked eye. ✨ Use binoculars or a telescope for amazing detail.
Total lunar eclipses are visible to half the Earth at once. If the Moon is above your horizon during the eclipse, you can see it!
The Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse is nature’s light show. ✨ Safe. Stunning. Rare. 👉 Don’t miss the next Blood Moon in the sky!