The upcoming total lunar eclipse in March, visible across the Americas and parts of Europe, will be the first in nearly three years and does not require special equipment to witness. Known as a “blood moon” eclipse, it occurs when the Earth is positioned between the sun and a full moon, casting a shadow on the lunar surface. The eclipse, slated for the night of March 13 into early March 14, will result in the moon taking on a reddish color as it moves through Earth’s shadow. This phenomenon can only happen when the moon is full and aligned perfectly with the Earth and sun, creating a stunning display in the night sky as the moon passes through the constellations Leo and Virgo. The red hue is caused by sunlight being refracted towards the moon, similar to how sunsets appear red due to atmospheric scattering of light. The eclipse will be visible to the naked eye, but viewing with binoculars or telescopes can enhance the experience. While lunar eclipses are rare, when they do occur, they are visible to half of Earth, so this upcoming event will be viewable in the Western Hemisphere, including all of North America. The next total lunar eclipse visible in the U.S. is not expected until March 2026. Those interested in observing the eclipse can find detailed information on viewing locations and times on websites like Time and Date.
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