Blood Moon and Total Lunar Eclipse On The 14th Of March 2025

On March 14th, skywatchers in America, will witness the first of two total lunar eclipses this year. The eclipse will occur early in the morning, turning the moon a deep red, earning it the name “Blood Moon.”

A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth blocks the sun’s light from reaching the moon. On the night of March 13 and into the morning of March 14, Earth’s shadow, specifically the umbra, will cover the moon during its brightest phase. While partial lunar eclipses are fairly common, total lunar eclipses are rarer, with most regions seeing one every 2.5 years.

A second total lunar eclipse will occur on September 7, visible in parts of eastern Africa, Asia, and western Australia.

The moon’s red hue results from the scattering of sunlight through Earth’s atmosphere. Sunlight, although appearing white, consists of a spectrum of colors. Blue wavelengths scatter more easily, while red wavelengths bend inward, casting a reddish glow on the moon during the eclipse.

When to See the Eclipse

NASA reports that the eclipse will begin at 8:57 pm PT. In Mexico, it starts at 10:57 pm CDT; in Argentina, at 12:57 am ART; and in Spain, at 5:57 am CET. The total eclipse, or “totality,” is expected to begin at 11:26 pm PT and will last for about an hour.

Here are the start times for totality in different locations:

• Mexico: 1:26 am
• Colombia: 1:26 am
• Chile: 3:26 am
• Argentina: 3:26 am
• Peru: 1:26 am

In Spain, totality will occur at 8:25 am, but the onset of daylight might make viewing difficult, though pre-eclipse phases are still visible.

Viewing Tips

To get the best view, find a location far from city lights and free from obstructions like buildings or trees. Higher altitudes provide an excellent vantage point. For a clearer view, use binoculars or a telescope. If you’re photographing the eclipse, NASA recommends using a camera on a tripod and taking exposures of several seconds.