Moon Color During Lunar Eclipse
We explore why the lunar surface turns a beautiful reddish color to become a "blood moon" during the totality phase of a total lunar eclipse. The Moon can take on different shades of red, orange, or gold during a total lunar eclipse, depending on the conditions of the Earth's atmosphere at the time of the eclipse. Here are some quick facts about why the moon looks red, this week's lunar eclipse and what makes this September 's blood moon so special to watch.
Why is the moon red? What is a blood moon? And watch for the red moon during a lunar eclipse. View at EarthSky Community Photos. Petr Horálek captured these full moons from the Cerro Tololo Observatory in Chile.
Moon Fact Sheet
Is There a Blood Moon Tonight? A total lunar eclipse will be visible during the next full moon on Sept. 7 for the half of Earth opposite the Americas. Why the Moon Turns Red The true spectacle, and the key to the blood moon's color, unfolds as the moon drifts into the umbra, Earth's deepest shadow.
During this partial phase, as Earth's vast. The total lunar eclipse will begin on September 7, 2025, at 17:31 UTC, when the moon completely enters the umbra, or the inner part of Earth's shadow. The moon will turn a reddish.
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Lunar eclipses are sometimes called "Blood Moons" because of this phenomenon. How can I observe the eclipse? You don't need any special equipment to observe a lunar eclipse, although binoculars or a telescope will enhance the view and the red color. A dark environment away from bright lights makes for the best viewing conditions.
During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth casts a shadow on the Moon while some sunlight, scattered by our atmosphere, still manages to illuminate the lunar surface. Most of the United States will be treated to a total lunar eclipse next month, with the moon's surface taking on an eerie red hue.
