Skywatchers, mark your calendars! This September brings a breathtaking total lunar eclipse, set to occur on September 7-8, 2025. This event will create a blood moon, where the Moon turns a stunning red due to the Earth’s shadow. It will last for 82 minutes, making it one of the longest total lunar eclipses in recent years.
The eclipse will be visible across Asia, Australia, Africa, and Europe. In India, major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Pune, Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Chandigarh will offer the perfect viewing opportunity if the weather permitting, of course.
The eclipse will begin at 8:58 PM IST (15:25 UTC) on September 7 and conclude at 2:25 AM IST (20:55 UTC) on September 8. The best part? The red moon will be visible between 11:00 PM IST (17:30 UTC) and 12:22 AM IST (18:52 UTC) on September 7-8.
During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth blocks sunlight, casting a shadow called the umbra across the Moon. Instead of going completely dark, the Moon takes on a reddish hue due to a phenomenon known as Rayleigh scattering. The Earth’s atmosphere bends and filters the sunlight, scattering shorter blue wavelengths and allowing only the longer red and orange wavelengths to reach the Moon’s surface, creating the famous “blood moon” effect.
The exact shade of red can vary depending on atmospheric conditions like dust, pollution, volcanic ash, or even recent wildfires. A clearer atmosphere may result in a bright coppery glow, while hazier conditions can deepen the red into a burnt orange or maroon.
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The total lunar eclipse will transform the Moon into a luminous crimson orb, creating a magical sight that will be talked about for years. Don’t miss out on this stunning celestial event it promises to be a visual spectacle you won’t want to miss.
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