Rare Total Lunar Eclipse — The 2026 ‘Blood Moon’
On March 3, 2026, skywatchers around the world witnessed a dramatic total lunar eclipse — often called a “blood moon” — as Earth’s shadow blocked direct sunlight from the lunar surface, giving it a red-tinted glow. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
What Happened
The eclipse occurred when the Moon passed fully into Earth’s umbral shadow, with totality lasting just under 1 hour. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Where It Was Visible
The total Blood Moon was visible across much of the Pacific region, Eastern Asia, Australia, and North and Central America. In parts of Europe and Africa, the Moon set before totality. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Viewing Highlights
Viewers in New South Wales, Australia saw the total phase peak late in the evening, while observers across the western U.S. had the eclipse overhead in the early morning hours. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
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