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Rare Total Lunar Eclipse and Upcoming Partial Solar Eclipse Captivate Skywatchers

A total lunar eclipse, visible as a 'Blood Moon' in parts of the world, occurred on March 14, while a partial solar eclipse is set to appear on March 29.

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Am Freitagmorgen tritt der Mond in den Kernschatten der Erde ein und verursacht eine totale Mondfinsternis. In Deutschland ist der so genannte Blutmond allerdings nur teilweise zu sehen. Besonders gute Sichtbedingungen gibt es in Leipzig, Magdeburg und Jena. Beobachter in Chile haben das Glück, das gesamte Himmelsereignis zu sehen. Die nächste totale Mondfinsternis in Deutschland findet am 7. September 2025 statt.

Overview

  • A total lunar eclipse, known as a 'Blood Moon,' was visible on March 14, 2025, in regions including the Americas, parts of Europe, and Africa.
  • In Germany, only the early, partial phase of the eclipse was visible before the Moon set, with weather conditions affecting visibility in some areas.
  • The 'Blood Moon' effect occurs when sunlight is refracted through Earth's atmosphere, casting a red hue on the Moon; this event coincided with a 'Micromoon,' where the Moon appeared smaller due to its distance from Earth.
  • The next total lunar eclipse is scheduled for September 7, 2025, with additional lunar events, including partial and penumbral eclipses, occurring in subsequent years.
  • A partial solar eclipse is anticipated on March 29, 2025, visible in parts of Europe, Northwest Africa, and Canada; observers are advised to use proper eye protection.