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A lunar eclipse, also called a blood moon, is an astronomical event that occurs when the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow. Lunar eclipses occur during eclipse season, when the Moon’s orbital plane is approximately in line with Earth and the Sun.
On March 3, this rare event occurred, but it was also a night of storms and heavy cloud cover across Queensland. Some were lucky enough to spot the striking red face of the Moon at its peak through breaks in the clouds. The next one visible in Australian skies will not occur for another three years.
Upcoming Total Lunar Eclipses
31 Dec 2028 – 1 Jan 2029
20 – 21 Dec 2029
25 – 26 Apr 2032
Caption: During a total lunar eclipse, Earth’s atmosphere scatters blue light, allowing only red hues to illuminate the Moon: Image credit: timeanddate.com
Caption: The ‘Blood Moon’ as it appeared in clear New Zealand skies. Photo credit: AstronzNewZealand
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