The first major astronomical event visible in 2026 is a total lunar eclipse, or “blood moon.” This phenomenon is highly prized by stargazers because the entire lunar disk takes on a reddish color for a few moments.
The total lunar eclipse will occur on March 3. It will be clearly visible in North and Central America, while in Central and South Asia it will only be partially visible. It will not be visible in Europe or Africa.
Although the eclipse will begin in the early morning, totality will occur almost at dawn on March 3. A few hours before sunrise, the full moon will take on its characteristic reddish color for just 12 minutes.
Times of the Total Lunar Eclipse or “Blood Moon”
Los Angeles: 3:04 am
Denver: 4:04 am
Chicago: 5:04 am
St. Louis: 5:04 am
New York: 6:04 am
Washington, DC: 6:04 am
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