Total Lunar Eclipse to Create 'Blood Moon' on September 7–8

A total lunar eclipse is set to occur on the night of September 7–8, 2025, offering a striking 'blood moon' visible across Asia, Australia, Africa, and parts of Europe. During this event, the Moon will pass entirely into Earth's shadow, adopting a deep red hue due to the scattering of sunlight through Earth's atmosphere.

The eclipse will commence with the penumbral phase at 15:28 UTC, followed by the partial phase at 16:27 UTC. Totality, when the Moon is fully immersed in Earth's umbra, will begin at 17:30 UTC and last for approximately 82 minutes, concluding at 18:52 UTC. The partial phase will end at 19:56 UTC, and the penumbral phase will conclude at 20:55 UTC.

Observers in regions such as Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe will have the opportunity to witness the entire eclipse, while those in the Americas will miss the event as it will occur during daylight hours in those regions. Notably, this will be the longest total lunar eclipse since 2022, with totality lasting 82 minutes.

Viewing the eclipse does not require special equipment; it can be safely observed with the naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope. For those unable to view the eclipse in person, several organizations will provide live streams of the event online.

This eclipse is part of a series, with the next total lunar eclipse expected on March 3, 2026.