Partial lunar eclipse Aug. 27-28 live updates
A partial lunar eclipse occurred on Aug 27-28, visible across North and South America, Europe, and Africa. The next lunar eclipse will be on Feb 20, 2027, but it will be a faint penumbral eclipse. The August eclipse turned the moon red-orange as 96 percent of its surface entered Earth's shadow. Astronomy organizations provided free livestreams for those unable to view the sky.
What changed
Information about the next lunar eclipse in February 2027 has been confirmed.
Live updates
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Partial lunar eclipse updates: next eclipse in Feb 2027
A partial lunar eclipse occurred on Aug 27-28, visible across North and South America, Europe, and Africa. The next lunar eclipse will be on Feb 20, 2027, but it will be a faint penumbral eclipse. The August eclipse turned the moon red-orange as 96 percent of its surface entered Earth's shadow. Astronomy organizations provided free livestreams for those unable to view the sky.
Why it matters
Lunar eclipses occur when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking the sunlight that normally reflects off the moon's surface. The August eclipse was a significant event until New Year's Eve 2028. The frequency and visibility of lunar eclipses vary due to the Earth's shadow and the moon's orbit.
What is confirmed
- The next lunar eclipse will occur on February 20, 2027.
- The February 2027 lunar eclipse will be a faint penumbral eclipse.
- The August 27-28 lunar eclipse turned the moon red-orange as 96 percent of its surface entered Earth's shadow.
What to watch next
- February 20, 2027, for the next lunar eclipse
- Further details on astronomy livestreams and visibility
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Deep partial lunar eclipse concludes across Americas, Europe and Africa
A near-total lunar eclipse occurred on August 27-28, turning the moon red-orange as 96 percent of its surface entered Earth's shadow. The event was visible across North and South America, Europe, and Africa. For those unable to view the sky, astronomy organizations and observatories provided free livestreams via YouTube and other online platforms. This deep partial eclipse is the most significant lunar event until New Year's Eve 2028.
Why it matters
The phenomenon is often called a blood moon due to the specific reddish hue the moon acquires during the eclipse. This particular event was characterized by its depth, cloaking nearly the entire lunar disk in darkness.
What is confirmed
- The lunar eclipse occurred on August 27-28, 2026.
- Approximately 96 percent of the moon was darkened during the event.
- The moon appeared red-orange to viewers in North America, Europe, and Africa.
- Astronomy organizations offered free livestreams of the eclipse.
What to watch next
- Release of official astronomical analysis of the eclipse depth
- Publication of curated professional photography galleries from global observatories
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Partial lunar eclipse visible tonight, turning moon 'blood red'
A deep partial lunar eclipse, also known as a 'blood moon', is visible tonight and tomorrow morning. The moon will appear reddish-orange as it passes through Earth's shadow, with 96% of the moon cloaked in darkness. This lunar event is the most impressive until New Year's Eve 2028 and can be seen across the Americas, Africa, Europe, and parts of the Pacific.
Why it matters
The partial lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes through Earth's shadow, but not completely, resulting in a partial darkening of the moon's surface. This event is part of the Sturgeon Moon lunar eclipse series. Lunar eclipses happen when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon, blocking the sunlight that normally reflects off the moon's surface.
What is confirmed
- The partial lunar eclipse starts at 9:23 p.m. EDT (0123 GMT).
- 96% of the moon will be cloaked in Earth's dark shadow.
- The lunar eclipse is visible across the Americas, Africa, Europe, and parts of the Pacific.
- The moon will appear reddish-orange during the eclipse.
What to watch next
- Viewability conditions in different regions
- Timing of the eclipse in various time zones
- Quality of the livestreams
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