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Rare Blood Moon Tonight: Don't Miss This Celestial Show
3 Mar
Summary
- Earth's shadow will cast a red hue on the Moon during a total lunar eclipse.
- This rare 'blood moon' event begins March 3, 2026, visible in North America.
- Optimal viewing conditions require clear skies; live streams are available.
A captivating 'blood moon' lunar eclipse, the first of 2026, is set to appear on March 3, 2026. This rare celestial phenomenon occurs when Earth fully blocks the sun's light, causing shadows to fall upon the Moon. Despite the expected darkness, the Moon may glow red as sunlight filters through Earth's atmosphere, casting an orange-red light. Such an event is infrequent, happening only once every few years, and requires a full moon to align with the eclipse.
Visibility for this astronomical spectacle is expected across North America, Central America, Asia, and Australia. In the United States, the eclipse will commence around 3 AM ET and may conclude by 6 AM ET. Viewers in Asia and Australia will witness the event in the early evening of the same date. While the eclipse is often visible with the naked eye, cloud cover could obstruct the view. For those unable to witness the event directly, live streams will be available online.
