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A partial lunar eclipse occurring on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday (October 28-29) will be visible from all places in India.
Though the Moon will enter penumbra at Saturday midnight, the umbral phase is expected to start in the early hour of Sunday.
When is the eclipse?
The partial lunar eclipse will be occurring on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday (October 28-29).
What is the duration of the partial lunar eclipse?
The duration of the eclipse will be 1 hour 19 minutes. The umbral phase of this eclipse will begin at 1.05 IST on Saturday and will end at 2.24 IST.
Is the partial lunar eclipse 2023 visible in India?
The partial eclipse will be visible from all places of India. It will also be visible in the region covering Western Pacific Ocean, Australia, Asia, Europe, Africa, eastern South America, northeastern North America, the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean and the South Pacific Ocean.
What is a lunar eclipse?
A lunar eclipse occurs on a full moon day when the earth comes in between the Sun and the Moon and when all the three objects are aligned.
What is the difference between total and partial lunar eclipse?
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the whole moon comes under the umbral shadow of the Earth, while a partial lunar eclipse occurs only when a part of the moon comes under shadow of the Earth.
During partial eclipses, Earth’s shadow usually appears very dark on the side of the Moon. But what people see from Earth depends on how the Sun, Earth and Moon align.
What happens during a partial lunar eclipse?
During partial eclipses, Earth’s shadow usually appears very dark on the side of the Moon.
How can we see the partial lunar eclipse?
Unlike a solar eclipse, lunar eclipses are safe to view with the naked eye and with other viewing equipment. You can make use of binoculars or a telescope to get a better view of the eclipse.
What to do during the lunar eclipse?
The eclipse is totally safe to watch, unlike the partial phase of a solar eclipse and you can stare at the eclipsed moon for as long as you want. You may also eat all you want. The same is true for pregnant women and ill people.
When is the next lunar eclipse?
The next lunar eclipse, which is going to be a total lunar eclipse, will be visible from India on September 7, 2025.
When was the last lunar eclipse visible in India?
The last lunar eclipse which was visible from India was on November 8, 2022. It was a total eclipse.
- Definition: A partial lunar eclipse is a celestial event during which only a portion of the Moon passes through the Earth’s dark umbral shadow, causing a partial darkening of the lunar surface.
- Shadow Cast: The Earth has two main shadow regions: the penumbra, which is a lighter, outer shadow, and the umbral shadow, which is a darker, inner shadow. A partial lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon partially enters the Earth’s umbral shadow.
- Visibility: Whether you can see a partial lunar eclipse depends on your location. It’s important to check eclipse predictions for your specific region to know when and if it will be visible from your area.
- Duration: Partial lunar eclipses can last several hours, with the Moon gradually entering and exiting the Earth’s umbral shadow. The duration varies with each eclipse.
- Appearance: During a partial lunar eclipse, a portion of the Moon may appear darker or reddish due to the Earth’s atmosphere scattering sunlight and allowing only longer-wavelength red light to reach the Moon.
- Safe to Watch: Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses are entirely safe to observe with the naked eye. You don’t need special equipment to view them.
- Frequency: Partial lunar eclipses occur more frequently than total lunar eclipses, but they are still relatively rare. You might have the opportunity to see a partial lunar eclipse every couple of years.
- Alignment: A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are closely aligned in a straight line. The Moon must be in its full moon phase for a lunar eclipse to occur.
- Color Variations: The color of the Moon during a partial lunar eclipse can range from a subtle darkening to a coppery or reddish hue, depending on atmospheric conditions and the amount of particulate matter in the Earth’s atmosphere.
- Scientific Value: Lunar eclipses provide opportunities for scientific research and observation. Astronomers can study the Earth’s atmosphere by observing how it scatters and filters sunlight during the eclipse.
Remember to check local astronomical resources or websites for specific details about the partial lunar eclipse on a given date, including its timing and visibility from your location.
