Lunar Eclipse 2024: A lunar eclipse is a natural phenomenon in which the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, causing a shadow to be cast across the moon's surface. It is a celestial movement to observe while skywatching, and it can only occur during a full moon. This upcoming lunar eclipse in March will be the first eclipse of the year. Read this article to learn more about the first eclipse, including when, where, and how to watch the penumbral eclipse.
When will there be a Lunar Eclipse in 2024?
The next lunar eclipse in 2024 will be a penumbral lunar eclipse on March 24-25. It will coincide with the annual festival of colour, Holi.
What is a Penumbral Eclipse?
A total penumbral lunar eclipse is one in which the moon, without coming into contact with the umbra, is fully submerged in the earth's penumbral cone.
Where can I watch the Lunar Eclipse in 2024?
According to TimeandDate.com, the penumbral lunar eclipse on March 25 will be a very slight lunar eclipse in which the moon passes through the outermost edge of the Earth's shadow. It will be visible from much of Europe, North and East Asia, North America, South America, the Arctic, and Antarctica.
| Lunar Eclipse 2024 Date | March 25, 2024 |
| First Contact with the Penumbra | 10:24 AM |
| Maximum of Lunar Eclipse | 12:43 |
| Last Contact with the Penumbra | 03:01 PM |
| Duration of Penumbral Phase | 04 Hours 36 Mins 56 Secs |
| Magnitude of Penumbral Lunar Eclipse | 0.95 |
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How to Watch the First Lunar Eclipse of 2024?
The penumbral eclipse will begin at 12:53 a.m. EDT (0453 GMT), the maximum stage of the eclipse will occur a couple of hours later at 3:12 a.m. EDT (0712 GMT) and the penumbral eclipse will end at 5:32 a.m. EDT (0932 GMT). The overall duration of the eclipse will be 4 hours and 39 minutes.
Will it be visible in India?
No, the penumbral eclipse on March 25 will not be visible in India.
How many eclipses will there be in 2024?
The year 2024 has 5 eclipses, which include 2 solar eclipses and 3 lunar eclipses.
To watch one, you simply need to go out, look up, and enjoy the celestial movement. You don't need a telescope, but binoculars or a small telescope will bring out details on the lunar surface. Also, this year, there are four eclipses expected in the year, two solar and two lunar.
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