The night sky will be putting on a spectacular show March 14 – and you won’t want to miss it. A “rare blood worm moon” lunar eclipse will be visible in the sky starting at 3 AM on Friday, March 14.
A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth is between the full moon and the sun. This mesmerizing phenomenon is very rare, and only happens every few years! During the eclipse, the moon will receive sunlight bent through the Earth’s atmosphere – and the color will change quickly during the eclipse window. Reddish sunlight will peak through, turning the moon a stunning shade of red.
The full moon will slide into and through the shadow of the Earth on the night of March 14.
If the skies are clear, skywatchers across much of North America, South America, Central and Western Europe will have a view of a total eclipse of the moon. That means that you can see it from your own backyard in Boston!
When to catch tomorrow’s blood moon eclipse in Boston?
According to Time and Date, the moon will begin to turn red at 2:26 AM on Friday, March 14 in Boston and appear red in color for about 60 minutes.
Let’s hope we have clear skies in Boston to see it!
Viewing the lunar eclipse from a location like your backyard poses no danger to your eyes – unlike a solar eclipse. You will not need eclipse glasses, and you’ll be able to see the lunar eclipse for a much more extended period of time than a solar eclipse.
For best viewing, Space.com recommends heading outside at least 20 minutes before the eclipse starts, so your eyes will be adjusted to the darkness. Cameras, telescopes, and binoculars might need additional time to adjust to the different temperatures and humidity outside, so bring them out as soon as possible to avoid issues.
Let’s hope for clear skies and great views!