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Rare Total Lunar Eclipse to Create 'Blood Moon' Tonight

The first total lunar eclipse since 2022 will be visible in parts of France and the Americas, with the best views in the Antilles and western Brittany.

L’éclipse totale de la Lune, un phénomène aussi appelé «Lune de sang», se produit deux fois par an en moyenne.
La Lune teintée de rouge lors d'une éclipse totale au-dessus de Paris, le 28 septembre 2015.
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Overview

  • The total lunar eclipse, known as a 'Blood Moon' due to its reddish hue, occurs when the Earth aligns between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the lunar surface.
  • In France, the eclipse will begin at 4:57 AM local time on March 14, with the total phase starting at 7:26 AM, though visibility will vary depending on location and weather conditions.
  • Western Brittany offers the best viewing opportunities in mainland France, while the Antilles will have an unobstructed view of the entire event.
  • The reddish color of the Moon during totality is caused by sunlight refracting through Earth's atmosphere, filtering out blue wavelengths and leaving red tones visible.
  • Observers are encouraged to find locations with clear western horizons and minimal light pollution; no special equipment is required, though binoculars or telescopes can enhance the experience.