A lunar eclipse happens Sunday. What time is it and who can see it?

[Michie]

The next lunar eclipse is around the corner, meaning some around the world will be privy to the uncommon phenomenon that turns the moon a striking red color.

The upcoming lunar eclipse, which happens when Earth is situated between the moon and sun, causing Earth's shadow to turn the moon a rusty red color, will sadly not be visible from the United States this time.

Each lunar eclipse is visible from half of Earth, according to NASA. The Sept. 7-8 event will have the best visibility on the half of Earth opposite the Americas.

Earlier this year, though, Americans did catch a glimpse of a March total lunar eclipse, which is also referred to as a "blood moon."

Here's what to know.

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A lunar eclipse happens Sunday. What time is it and who can see it?

Each lunar eclipse is visible from half of Earth. The Sept. 7-8 event will have the best visibility on the half of Earth opposite the Americas.

www.usatoday.com

 

[Bob Crowley]

It was about 3.30am to 5am here. I slept right through it.

But I found a blood orange on the internet which is close to the real thing.

 

[Michie]

Blood moon wows skywatchers worldwide: Best photos of the September 2025 total lunar eclipse

See spectacular photos from the Sept. 7-8 total lunar eclipse.

www.space.com

 

[Bob Crowley]

There's another report here.

Blood moon delights stargazers as total lunar eclipse seen from Australia

Stargazers around the world are dazzled by the sight of a "blood moon" — or total lunar eclipse — with the spectacular sight even visible from Australia.

www.abc.net.au