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Full lunar eclipse: How to see the super blood Moon (The National)

Celestial event will be visible in the US, South America, Europe and parts of Africa.

In the UAE, a partial solar eclipse will be visible on October 25. “A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth and Moon align so that the Moon passes into Earth’s shadow. “When the Moon is within the umbra, it will turn a reddish hue.

Total Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon 2022: How to Watch (The New York Times)

On Sunday night, Earth's shadow will fall over the moon and make our natural satellite turn blood red.

That’s because the Earth’s atmosphere is lensing sunlight around the edges of our planet. If the weather is clear, just look up and locate the moon at night. Lunar eclipses occur when our planet comes between its two major heavenly companions, the sun and moon. The eclipse will peak shortly after midnight, at roughly 12:12 a.m., and remain that copper color until after 1 a.m. The moon will leave the umbra at 1:56 a.m., regaining its pearlescent hue as the work week begins. “Instead, it changes this eerie copper or reddish color.” This makes it the longest total lunar eclipse visible for much of the United States since August 1989, Mr. Rao said. Binoculars or a backyard telescope will help bring out the red color, she added. No fancy equipment is needed to view the otherworldly spectacle. At that time, it will begin to look like something has taken a bite out of the moon. Those on the East Coast can watch our natural satellite start to turn an eerie copper-red color at around 11:30 p.m. Eastern time during one of the longest lunar eclipses in recent memory. “When the moon goes into the shadow of the Earth, it should blackout and disappear,” Mr. Rao said. At 11:29 p.m., the moon will be in the deepest portion of the Earth’s shadow and the total eclipse will begin in earnest.

Blood moon meaning explained: What a total lunar eclipse is and ... (iNews)

When the Earth's shadow falls upon the surface of the Moon during a lunar eclipse it can sometimes dim it or even turn it red.

The entire eclipse will last for more than five hours and end at 7.50am. Unlike a solar eclipse, all types of lunar eclipse are safe to view with the naked eye. When the Earth’s shadow falls upon the surface of the Moon it can sometimes dim it or even turn it red, which is why a total lunar eclipse is also sometimes referred to as a “Blood Moon”. During the total lunar eclipse, the Moon turns a deep red because it is illuminated by light that has been filtered through and refracted by the Earth’s atmosphere. This is when there is an imperfect alignment of the Sun, Earth and Moon and results in the Moon passing through only part of the Earth’s full “umbral” shadow. A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth is positioned precisely between the Sun and the Moon so that all three are in a straight line.

Total lunar eclipse: Blood Moon to appear tonight in the UK - here's ... (Sky News)

While the whole celestial event, which last took place in January 2019, will last more than five hours, there is an optimal time to see the rare eclipse in ...

While stargazers will not be able to see every part of the eclipse, they will be able to see it at totality, which is expected to last for around an hour and a half. People across the country will get a chance to see the celestial event, which is caused by the Earth coming between the Sun and the Moon. The UK's only total lunar eclipse of the year will take place tonight, giving people the chance to see a blood Moon.

Want to see the Super Flower Blood Moon? Here's one scientist's ... (Space.com)

A space scientist weighs in on the Super Flower Blood Moon for the May's total lunar eclipse.

This is the first of two lunar eclipses in 2022. NASA's livestream starts at 9:32 p.m. on May 15 (0132 GMT May 16), focusing on moon science, eclipses, and the Artemis program for landing people on the moon. If you're looking to photograph the moon, check out our best cameras for astrophotography and best lenses for astrophotography. "Then we've also seen new impact craters on the moon that have formed during the mission," Denevi continued. Skywatchers are calling tonight's lunar eclipse as Super Flower Blood Moon because the full moon is occurring near its perigee, or closest point to Earth in its orbit, for the month, garnering it a " supermoon" nickname. "What you're seeing projected onto the moon [is] just like [when] you see a kind of orangish, reddish glow in the sky on sunset or sunrise on Earth," she said. LRO's contribution to lunar science has been immense, given it has been in orbit for so many years. The venerable Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has been working at the moon for nearly 13 years, having launched in June 2009. We monitor the spacecraft throughout the eclipse to make sure it's still healthy, it's warm enough. Supermoons are tough to judge in the sky, as they are only very slightly bigger than a typical full moon. One community definition of a supermoon, first suggested by astrologer Richard Nolle in 1979, cites a supermoon as occurring when the moon's monthly perigee is within 90%of the closest possible approach to Earth. NASA tends to follow that definition. So sometimes, it looks a little bit bigger in the sky.

Longest blood moon lunar eclipse until 2029 will make you face ... (New York Post)

Prepare to face fated endings, turning points and breakthroughs as you near the total blood moon lunar eclipse on May 16, 2022. Read how your zodiac sign is ...

The cosmos are telling you to lie low and trust your stillness, Sagittarius. This lunar eclipse could feel quite difficult for you, as you are forced to face your past, your baggage, your anxieties and your fears. However, the lunar eclipse will be in a very challenging link to Saturn, showing that pressure will be placed upon us and we will have to face blockages and obstacles to get what we most desire. Trust that you have the strength and cosmic energy on your side to get where you need to go. Luckily, with Mars and Pluto in the lead because they rule Scorpio—we are sure to have the tenacity and conviction we need to move mountains. Now is a time to release the past and what isn’t serving you—especially in regards to relationships—and step upon the path to pursue what truly makes you happy. Many people may find that opportunities to pursue some of their dearest hopes and dreams are presented to them, and by digging deeply into our psyches, we can find the ambition and courage to step into this new phase of our lives. Luckily, with the stars on your side, you should soon be able to be moving in the direction of even more wealth. If a job or income stream ends at this time, use this energy to get on the hunt for something even better. Use the energy of this time to step out of your comfort zone. This will likely make you quite nostalgic and reflective on your heritage and the past. Last, this eclipse could draw attention to your intimacy and sexual life—with more passion arriving or a scandal coming out to face. Of all the zodiac signs, you’re likely to feel that this lunar eclipse brings an extra dose of sugar and spice!