Total Lunar Eclipse or Blood Moon: Viewing Information for India
A total lunar eclipse, or “Blood Moon,” will occur on March 14, 2025. India will not be able to view it due to daytime alignment. However, enthusiasts can access live streams. The eclipse coincides with the Worm Moon, the last full moon of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.
A total lunar eclipse, referred to as a “Blood Moon,” is scheduled for March 14, 2025. This eclipse will occur when the Earth aligns directly between the Sun and the Moon. As a result, the refracted sunlight will give the Moon a reddish appearance due to the scattering of shorter wavelengths, particularly during the total phase of the eclipse.
The timing for viewers is as follows: The eclipse commences at 9:27 AM IST, reaches its peak at 12:28 PM IST, and concludes at 3:30 PM IST. Unfortunately, since this event will take place during daylight hours in India, it will not be visible from the country, as reported by The Times of India.
Astronomy enthusiasts in India will need to wait until September 7-8, 2025, for a lunar eclipse that can be seen nationwide. The March 2025 eclipse will be best observed in North and South America, where it will last over 65 minutes. For those in India, live streaming options will be available on various social media platforms.
Key details of the upcoming lunar eclipse include:
– Time and Date: The event begins at 11:57 PM on March 13, 2025, and concludes at 6:00 AM on March 14, 2025, with the most striking phase occurring between 2:26 AM and 3:31 AM IST.
– Visibility: The eclipse will be optimally viewed in North and South America, while it will also be observable during moonrise in East Asia and moonset in parts of Europe, as well as certain regions in Australia and Africa.
In India, the March 2025 Blood Moon will not be visible due to daytime occurrences. However, live-streaming opportunities include:
– Space Agencies and Observatories: Various organizations including NASA will offer live streams, which can be accessed through their official websites and social media.
– Time and Date Website: A live feed will be featured on Time and Date, allowing global audiences to experience the event remotely.
– YouTube Channels: Numerous astronomy-focused YouTube channels are expected to broadcast the event live, providing real-time updates and notifications for followers.
The total lunar eclipse, or “Blood Moon,” on March 14, 2025, presents an opportunity primarily for viewers in North and South America due to its timing during daylight in India. The event will be significant for astronomy enthusiasts worldwide, with various platforms offering live streaming for those unable to directly observe it. Additionally, the eclipse coincides with the Worm Moon, marking the end of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and is part of a larger tetrad of consecutive lunar eclipses.
Original Source: www.hindustantimes.com
