On September 7, 2025, skywatchers around the world will be treated to a breathtaking total lunar eclipse, commonly known as a “blood moon.” This will be the second total lunar eclipse of the year and is expected to create a dramatic spectacle as the moon turns a deep red color in the sky. When Earth passes between the sun and the moon, it creates a shadow that covers the moon’s surface, causing this breathtaking change.
A Rare Celestial Event to Watch: The Blood Moon
During this eclipse, the moon will pass through Earth’s darkest shadow, known as the umbra, which will cause the most striking part of the event — totality. When the moon is fully within this shadow, it appears reddish or copper-colored, giving it the nickname “blood moon.” This unique effect occurs because sunlight passes through Earth’s atmosphere and bends toward the moon. The atmosphere scatters blue light and lets red light pass through, creating that eerie, glowing red shade.
The moon is only 2.7 days away from perigee, when it is closest to Earth, when this eclipse takes place. Although it won’t look dramatically bigger, the moon will appear slightly larger in the sky. What makes this eclipse special is how deeply it will move through Earth’s shadow. About 36% of the moon’s diameter will be inside the umbra, leading to a dark and rich reddish eclipse — one that is sure to be eye-catching if the skies are clear.
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Eclipse Timing: When and Where to Look Up
On September 7, there will be a total lunar eclipse from 15:28 to 20:55 GMT. The entire eclipse, or totality, will last 82 minutes, from 17:30 to 18:52 GMT. Due to the fact that moon eclipses are worldwide occurrences, their timings are constant. However, if the moon is above the horizon where you are when the eclipse occurs, you will be able to view it or not.
The following are the totality timings for a few major global cities:
- Perth, Australia: 1:30 a.m. to 2:52 a.m. AWST (Monday, Sept. 8)
- Mumbai, India: 11:00 p.m. IST (Sunday, Sept. 7) to 12:22 a.m. IST (Monday, Sept. 8)
- Cairo, Egypt: 8:30 p.m. to 9:52 p.m. EEST (Sunday, Sept. 7)
- Cape Town, South Africa: 7:30 p.m. to 8:52 p.m. SAST (Sunday, Sept. 7)
The finest views of the full eclipse, from beginning to end, will be available to residents of Western Australia and Asia. The eclipse will also be partially visible to people in Europe, Africa, Eastern Australia, and New Zealand, particularly during the totality phase.
It is crucial to have a clear view of the eastern horizon because the moon will rise in eclipse in Europe now. A few European cities’ moonrise and totality times are as follow:
| City | Moonrise (Local Time) | Totality (Local Time) |
| Berlin | 7:37 p.m. CEST | 7:30 to 8:52 p.m. CEST |
| Vienna | 7:20 p.m. CEST | 7:30 to 8:52 p.m. CEST |
| Budapest | 7:08 p.m. CEST | 7:30 to 8:52 p.m. CEST |
| Paris | 8:17 p.m. CEST | 7:30 to 8:52 p.m. CEST |
| Madrid | 8:34 p.m. CEST | 7:30 to 8:52 p.m. CEST |
| London | 7:30 p.m. BST | 6:30 to 7:52 p.m. BST |
The blood moon will be red when it rises in several of these locations, providing a striking spectacle low on the horizon. It’s recommended to look up at least 75 minutes before totality begins, to witness the partial eclipse as Earth’s shadow begins to cover the moon and the transformation into a blood moon starts.
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If you’re unsure about the best time to look up in your specific area, websites like Time and Date offer detailed, location-specific eclipse information to help you catch the blood moon at its most vivid.
Visibility and Viewing Tips for the Eclipse
It is estimated that approximately 6.2 billion people, or 77% of the world’s population, will be able to witness the whole total eclipse. Around 88% of the population, or 7.1 billion people, will be able to witness at least some of the eclipse, including the partial and penumbral phases.
The event will be most visible in:
- Asia
- Western Australia
- Eastern Africa
People in these regions will be able to enjoy the blood moon from start to end. Look for a spot distant from city lights if you intend to watch. Darker skies will make the blood moon more visible and striking.
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Even though the moon appears larger than usual, most people might not notice the size difference without comparing it side-by-side with a regular full moon. However, what will be clear is the deep color and eerie appearance of the blood moon during the total phase. For many, this will be an unforgettable experience.
If you live in a region where cloudy skies or daylight prevent you from seeing the blood moon in person, online livestreams will be available. Several space websites will broadcast the event live, making it accessible to everyone with an internet connection.
Whether you’re viewing it from your backyard, a balcony, or online, this total lunar eclipse promises to be one of the most visually dramatic celestial events of the year.
