The USA and Canada will get a Blood Moon lunar eclipse next week. Here's how to see it
A rare celestial event will turn the full moon a rusty red hue over North America next week
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A partial lunar eclipse will occur on August 27-28, 2026. The eclipse will coincide with the full Sturgeon Moon, causing it to appear in a rusty red hue. This phenomenon, known as a Blood Moon, will be visible across the USA and Canada. The eclipse will be nearly total, with almost the entire moon darkening.
The moon will reach maximum eclipse late on August 27th. The event will be visible to the naked eye, with no special equipment required. The eclipse will be a significant astronomical event, drawing interest from both amateur and professional astronomers. The event will also be an opportunity for public engagement with astronomy.
The eclipse will be visible in the early hours of the morning, requiring viewers to stay up late or wake up early. The event will be a unique opportunity to observe a rare celestial phenomenon.
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The obvious questions
What is a Blood Moon?
A Blood Moon is a term used to describe a total or near-total lunar eclipse, during which the moon appears reddish in color. This occurs when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon. The red color is due to the Earth's atmosphere scattering sunlight and refracting it onto the moon's surface.
When will the lunar eclipse occur?
The lunar eclipse will occur on August 27-28, 2026. The moon will reach maximum eclipse late on August 27th.
Where will the lunar eclipse be visible?
The lunar eclipse will be visible across the USA and Canada. Specific regions mentioned in coverage include Texas, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Houston.
Who reported it (11)
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Partial lunar eclipse this month is expected to turn the full Sturgeon Moon a rusty red huenewscentermaine.com · 45d ago
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Deep partial lunar eclipse to darken West Virginia skies Aug. 27-28WV News · 46d ago
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A near total lunar eclipse will turn the moon red over Texas this month. Here’s when.San Antonio Express-News · 46d ago
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A lunar eclipse is coming at the end of the summer. Here’s how to see itOregonLive.com · 46d ago
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Nearly all the moon will go dark over West Virginia next weekWest Virginia Explorer · 46d ago
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Partial eclipse, full moon to shine over TexasMySA · 46d ago
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Partial lunar eclipse to peak with ‘sturgeon’ moon. When to look in PennsylvaniaCentre Daily Times · 46d ago
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The moon is about to put on a fiery red show over HoustonChron · 46d ago
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The USA and Canada will get a Blood Moon lunar eclipse next week. Here's how to see itBBC Sky at Night Magazine · 46d ago
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