March Lunar Eclipse to Showcase 'Blood Moon' for Western Hemisphere Observers

The total lunar eclipse on March 13-14 will be visible across North and South America, with partial views in parts of Europe, Africa, and Australia.

The total lunar eclipse, often called a 'blood moon,' occurs as Earth's shadow casts a reddish hue on the Moon during totality, lasting approximately 65 minutes.
The eclipse will be fully visible across the Americas and partially observable in parts of Europe, Africa, and western Australia, with the best viewing times varying by region.
Australians in eastern regions will only witness a partial eclipse as the Moon rises, while much of the country will miss out entirely due to timing and visibility limitations.
March's eclipse coincides with increased chances of aurora borealis sightings in northern regions due to heightened solar activity and the equinox effect.
Observers are encouraged to seek dark skies with minimal light pollution for optimal viewing of the eclipse, with opportunities to also glimpse stars, the Milky Way, and possibly the northern lights.