During the total lunar eclipse, Saturn appeared bright near the Moon. The skies were mostly clear, enhancing the view.
The umbra is the dark, inner shadow of Earth. Shaped like a cone, it stretches deep into space. Its circular cross section becomes most visible during a lunar eclipse.
NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week showcases stunning images, from the vibrant Butterfly Nebula to the iconic Horsehead Nebula, revealing the universe’s beauty and the fascinating process of planet formation.
Lunar Eclipse: Skywatchers across large parts of the world will be able to witness the spectacle, with nearly half the Earth positioned to view at least part of the eclipse.
This is the year’s second total lunar eclipse. The previous one was seen globally in March earlier. It is also the first eclipse visible since 2022.
A total lunar eclipse happens when the moon moves into Earth's darkest shadow, the umbra.
A blood moon occurs when Earth blocks direct sunlight. The planet’s shadow falls across the lunar surface completely.
From eclipses painting the sky red to Saturn glowing at its brightest, September 2025 offers rare celestial shows that promise to keep skywatchers awake through the month.
A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth blocks sunlight. The moon passes through Earth’s darkest shadow, called the umbra.
A total lunar eclipse occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, casting a reddish shadow across its surface. This dramatic celestial event is often called a "Blood Moon."
The event, called a lunar transit, showed the moon passing in front of the sun. From SDO’s view, 23% of the solar surface was covered.
The first lunar eclipse of the year is set to occur, coinciding with Holi. This celestial event, known as Chandra Grahan in Hindi, has fascinated people for centuries.
Get ready for the first solar eclipse of 2025 on March 29. Find out the eclipse timings, visibility, and safety precautions to witness this celestial event.
During this event, the moon will appear deep red, creating a mesmerising sight. With clear skies, skywatchers in many parts of the world will witness this rare moment.
The total lunar eclipse will last about five hours. The moon will move through Earth's shadow, turning a deep reddish hue for 65 minutes.
Catch the Blood Moon on March 13-14, 2025! Discover the best spots worldwide, including Los Angeles, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, Spain, Egypt, and South Africa.
This total Lunar eclipse will be visible to just 13% of the world’s population, according to Time and Date.
A rare "supermoon eclipse" captivated skywatchers across the U.S., South America, Europe, Africa, and much of Asia.
The last total lunar eclipse in the next three years is underway, with the next one to occur on March 14, 2025.
Blood Moon occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon. In the Earth's shadow, the Moon gradually darkens before taking on a red hue.
Blood Moon occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon. In the Earth's shadow, the Moon gradually darkens before taking on a red hue.
India won't have a glimpse of the decade's last lunar eclipse.