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He eclipse lunar total He will take place Sunday, September 7, 2025. The most shocking phase – when the moon is completely inside the shadow of the earth and acquires a reddish tone— It will last approximately 82 minutes, from 5:30 p.m. to 18:52 UTC
In total, the phenomenon will extend for about 5 and a half hours. In Argentina (UTC – 3), that is equivalent to observing the entire eclipse Between 14:30 and 15:52 (local time), approximately.
It will be the second total lunar eclipse of the year, after the occurred in March
Where will it be visible and how to take advantage of the experience?
This astronomical event will be visible from broad regions of the planet: Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania and East South America, including Argentina
Although each city is not specified In Argentina, the Neotropical region will be well positioned to appreciate it.
It is estimated that the totality, with a duration of more than an hour, will be completely observable from many points of the eastern hemisphere
In addition, it will happen during the approach of the Moon to its closest to Earth (perigee), which will make the satellite look slightly larger than usual
During the eclipse, It will be possible to distinguish Saturn near the moonlike a bright yellow point – although this closest conjunction will happen a few hours later, around September 8 at 5:10 p.m. UTC, with a separation of only 3 ° 30 ′
How to observe it better
At first glance it is perfect: Special glasses or filters for lunar eclipse are not required
Choose a dark and clear place, away from light pollution. Viewpoints, rural areas or parks are ideal.
Binocular or telescope: They allow to see details of the craters and lunar seas, and enhance the red tone.
Lunar Photography: Use tripod and adjust the ISO and exposure to capture the details well. Astronomical apps such as Star Walk, Sky Tonight or Stellarium help locate celestial objects
Astronomical calendar: apps such as Sky Tonight allow to see interactive maps, set reminders and consult visibility according to your area
Why will this eclipse be memorable?
It lasts more than 80 minutes in totality, positioned among the longest in the decade
It occurs near lunar perigee, which enhances the apparent size of the moon
