Lunar Eclipse 2024 Date and Time: When is Chandra Grahan in September 2024? Will it be Visible in India?

The second lunar eclipse of 2024, or Chandra Grahan, is set to occur on September 18, 2024. However, for skywatchers in India, this celestial event will not be visible, as the Moon will remain below the horizon during the entire eclipse. Despite this, the eclipse can be viewed in several other parts of the world, depending on the local time and clear skies.

Lunar eclipses, unlike solar eclipses, are visible from anywhere on the night side of Earth. The regions where this eclipse can be observed include Europe, much of Asia, Africa, North America, South America, the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Arctic, and Antarctica. Observers in these regions will be able to witness the various stages of the eclipse, provided the weather conditions are favorable.

The lunar eclipse will not visible in India, however, we have provided below the stages of the eclipse according to Indian local time for reference:

• Penumbral Eclipse begins: September 18, 06:11 AM IST
• Partial Eclipse begins: September 18, 07:42 AM IST
• Maximum Eclipse: September 18, 08:14 AM IST
• Partial Eclipse ends: September 18, 08:45 AM IST
• Penumbral Eclipse ends: September 18, 10:17 AM IST

Unfortunately, during these times, the Moon will be below the horizon in India, making it impossible to witness any part of the Chandra Grahan 2024.

If you're keen on witnessing this astronomical event, the lunar eclipse will be fully visible in regions across Europe, North and South America, Africa, and parts of Asia. You can also catch live streams from observatories and space agencies worldwide, which will broadcast the eclipse as it unfolds.

Stay tuned for future updates on lunar and solar eclipses in 2024!