Partial Lunar Eclipse on August 27-28: Exact Timings and Where to Watch

A partial lunar eclipse is to be held this week. Between the night of August 27 and the early morning of August 28, a deep partial eclipse will occur, giving stargazers throughout Europe an astronomical treat.

According to NASA, a partial lunar eclipse happens when the Moon crosses only a portion of the Earth’s umbra due to an imperfect alignment of the Sun, Earth and Moon. Without ever completely covering the Moon, the shadow grows and then recedes.

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Will it be Visible in India? Check Timings:

Because it will be daytime during the event, India will not be able to observe it. Around 2:33 UTC (3:33 AM BST) on Friday, August 28, the Moon begins to enter Earth’s primary shadow. The moment of maximum coverage, which is peak eclipse, takes place around 4:12 UTC, just before sunrise in Western Europe.

NASA’s astronomical monitoring validates that the Earth’s main umbral shadow will encompass roughly 96.2% of the lunar surface. Although it is not a full eclipse, the celestial occurrence is technically categorized as a partial eclipse. However, the Moon’s amazing Blood Moon appearance is due to the tremendous depth of its coverage. The golden planet Saturn would be right next to it on Thursday and Friday.

(Disclaimer: Given the input is on an information basis, please seek professional advice.)