Summary
A total lunar eclipse, where the Moon turns red, will be visible across much of the U.S. on March 3. This event, called a "blood moon," occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, and it's safe to view with the naked eye.
Key Facts
- The total lunar eclipse will take place on March 3.
- During the eclipse, the Moon will look red, which is why it is called a "blood moon."
- A total lunar eclipse happens when the Earth is directly between the Sun and the Moon.
- The red color is caused by Earth's atmosphere bending sunlight, not by the Moon itself.
- The eclipse begins at 3:43 a.m. EST and lasts until 9:23 a.m. EST.
- Totality, when the Moon is fully red, starts at 6:03 a.m. and lasts 59 minutes.
- Visibility in the eastern U.S. may be affected by sunrise.
- This may be one of the last chances to see a total lunar eclipse from the U.S. until 2029.
