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\n Get ready for a cosmic wonder! On March 3, 2026, Earth's shadow will transform the Moon into a captivating 'Blood Moon' during a total lunar eclipse. Learn all about this fascinating phenomenon and how to experience it.\n

Celestial Alignment Explained

Mark your calendars for March 3, 2026, a date for sky-gazers to anticipate a truly rare and breathtaking event: a total lunar eclipse. This phenomenon, often referred to as a 'Blood Moon' due to its distinct

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reddish appearance, occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon precisely align in a celestial dance. During this alignment, the Earth positions itself directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow onto our lunar neighbor. While lunar eclipses happen periodically, a total eclipse is a more infrequent and visually striking occasion, promising an unforgettable experience for those who witness it. This event is not a common occurrence but rather a significant astronomical display that happens over months.

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The 'Blood Moon' Phenomenon

The iconic 'Blood Moon' coloration during a total lunar eclipse is a result of Earth's atmosphere interacting with sunlight. As the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, it blocks direct sunlight, plunging the Moon into shadow. However, some solar rays still manage to travel through Earth's atmosphere and are refracted, or bent, towards the Moon. Our atmosphere acts like a filter, scattering shorter, bluer wavelengths of light more effectively, while allowing longer, redder wavelengths to pass through and reach the lunar surface. This selective scattering is what imbues the Moon with its characteristic deep red or coppery hue, earning it the evocative nickname 'Blood Moon' and creating a truly mesmerizing sight.

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India's Eclipse Viewing

For viewers in India, the total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026, will be observable, but with a specific caveat related to 'moonrise eclipse' conditions. This means that when the Moon ascends above the horizon in various parts of the country, the eclipse will have already commenced. Consequently, the initial stages of the eclipse won't be visible, and the duration of observation will commence only after moonrise, varying slightly depending on the specific city. The eclipse is scheduled to occur between 03:20 PM and 06:47 PM, with the Moon expected to rise around 06:26 PM. The period of maximum eclipse, when the Moon is deepest within Earth's shadow, will occur between 06:33 PM and 06:40 PM, with the eclipse concluding at 06:47 PM.

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Global Visibility Snapshot

While India experiences the eclipse post-moonrise, other parts of the world will have different viewing opportunities. In North America, the eclipse will be visible in the early morning hours. For instance, Los Angeles can expect to see it around 3:04 AM, Denver at 4:04 AM, and Chicago and St. Louis at 5:04 AM. Further east, New York and Washington D.C. will witness the event starting at 6:04 AM. These timings highlight the global nature of this celestial event, allowing different regions to experience various phases of the eclipse based on their local time zones and the Earth's rotation, making it a shared astronomical spectacle across continents.

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March 3, 2026: Witness the Dazzling 'Blood Moon' Total Lunar Eclipse!

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