Near total lunar eclipse will be seen from North and South America Thursday night
A near-total lunar eclipse, often called a 'blood moon,' will be visible across North and South America on Thursday night. The phenomenon occurs as Earth's shadow darkens 96% of the moon, scattering sunlight to create a reddish hue.
Why it matters
This event provides a significant public interest opportunity for astronomical observation and science education.
A ‘blood moon’ eclipse seen from India on 3 March 2026. Photograph: Soumyabrata Roy/Pacific Press/Shutterstock A ‘blood moon’ eclipse seen from India on 3 March 2026. Photograph: Soumyabrata Roy/Pacific Press/Shutterstock Lunar eclipses Near total lunar eclipse will be seen from North and South America Thursday night Earth’s shadow will appear to be a reddish ‘blood moon’ due to the way sunlight is scattered by the atmosphere
Prefer the Guardian on Google A near total lunar eclipse will be visible across large swathes of North and South America on Thursday night with millions of people expected to be able to see one of nature’s marvels.
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