Total Lunar Eclipse: When and Where to Watch in India
A total lunar eclipse, known as a “Blood Moon,” will occur on March 14, 2025. It will not be visible in India as it takes place during the day. Best views are expected in North and South America, with live streaming available for Indian viewers. The event is part of a tetrad of consecutive lunar eclipses.
A total lunar eclipse, known as a “Blood Moon,” will happen on March 14, 2025, coinciding with the Worm Moon, which is the last full moon of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. During this lunar eclipse, Earth will align perfectly between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Moon to appear red due to atmospheric scattering of blue light.
The eclipse schedule is as follows: it begins at 9:27 AM IST, peaks at 12:28 PM IST, and ends at 3:30 PM IST. However, because this eclipse occurs during the day and the Moon will be below the horizon, it will not be visible in India. Indian astronomy enthusiasts will next see a full lunar eclipse on September 7-8, 2025.
In contrast, North and South America will experience the best views of the March 2025 Blood Moon, lasting over 65 minutes under nighttime conditions. For viewers in India, live streaming of the eclipse will be made available through various social media platforms.
Key details include:
– Time and Date: The eclipse starts on March 13, 2025, at 11:57 PM IST and ends at 6:00 AM IST on March 14, 2025, with the most vivid phase occurring from 2:26 AM to 3:31 AM IST.
– Visibility: The eclipse will primarily be visible in North and South America, at moonrise in East Asia, and moonset in parts of Europe. Regions of Australia and Africa will also have viewing opportunities, but unfortunately, it will not be visible in India during the day.
For Indian viewers wanting to experience the event, live-stream options include offerings from various space agencies and observatories, such as NASA, through their official platforms. The Time and Date website will also stream the event, alongside many astronomy-focused YouTube channels.
The term “Blood Moon” signifies the reddish hue the Moon takes during a total lunar eclipse, caused by sunlight refracting through Earth’s atmosphere. This color change leads to shorter wavelengths scattering away, while red and orange dominate, presenting the Moon’s characteristic appearance during the eclipse. It’s important to note that “Blood Moon” is also related to a tetrad, which involves four consecutive total lunar eclipses, of which the March 2025 event is a part.
The upcoming total lunar eclipse on March 14, 2025, known as the Blood Moon, will be a significant event, although it will not be visible from India due to daytime occurrence. The best visibility will be in North and South America, while Indian viewers can engage through live streams. Understanding the reasons behind the Blood Moon phenomenon and remaining informed about future eclipses can enhance public interest in astronomy.
Original Source: www.hindustantimes.com
