Lunar eclipses are safe to observe without eye protection. [6] Lunar eclipses are notable for causing the Moon to appear orange or red. This occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth's umbra, …

Solar and lunar eclipses worldwide (1900 to 2199) with animations and maps of the eclipse path. Find eclipses in your location.

This is NASA's official lunar eclipse page. It contains maps and tables for 5,000 years of lunar eclipses and includes information on eclipse photography and observing tips.

3 days ago · 2026 will bring several lunar events that backyard astronomers will want to stay awake for.

Dec 5, 2025 · Lunar eclipse, the Moon entering the shadow of Earth, opposite the Sun, so that Earth’s shadow sweeps over the Moon’s surface. An eclipse of the Moon can be seen under similar …

Nov 29, 2025 · There are three types of lunar eclipses: total, partial, and penumbral. Let’s take a closer look at each of them. A total lunar eclipse is the most spectacular of the three types. It happens when …

4 days ago · Each full moon has its own name. In 2026, three will be supermoons and two will feature eclipses.

Sep 11, 2024 · During a lunar eclipse, Earth is positioned between the Sun and the Moon, blocking sunlight that would otherwise illuminate the Moon. Earth's atmosphere also bends and scatters …

Sep 11, 2025 · There are two lunar eclipses in 2026. Our guide tells you how you can see them and when the next lunar eclipse will occur.

Sep 30, 2025 · Lunar eclipses occur at the full Moon phase. When Earth is positioned precisely between the Moon and Sun, Earth’s shadow falls upon the surface of the Moon, dimming it and sometimes …