Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on January 23, 2103: Map and Times

Eclipse Map for Other Eclipses

Sep 17–18, 2024

Lunar Eclipse (Partial)Europe, Much of Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Arctic, Antarctica

Oct 2, 2024

Solar Eclipse (Annular)South in North America, Much of South America, Pacific, Atlantic, Antarctica

Mar 13–14, 2025

Lunar Eclipse (Total)Europe, Much of Asia, Much of Australia, Much of Africa, North America, South America, Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, Antarctica

Mar 29, 2025

Solar Eclipse (Partial)Europe, North in Asia, North/West Africa, Much of North America, North in South America, Atlantic, Arctic

Sep 7–8, 2025

Lunar Eclipse (Total)Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, West in North America, East in South America, Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Arctic, Antarctica

All eclipses 1900-2199

More about Lunar Eclipses

Total Lunar Eclipses

A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth's shadow blocks the direct light from the Sun reaching the Full Moon.

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Lunar Eclipse: Red Moon

Find out why a totally eclipsed Moon turns a shade of red.

Different stages of a total lunar eclipse over Indianapolis, United States in February 2008.

Facts: Jan 20/21, 2019 Total Supermoon Blood Moon Eclipse

On January 20/21, the Earth will come between the Sun and a Super Moon, completely covering January's Wolf Moon with its shadow for over 60 minutes. Everything you need to know about this Super Wolf Blood Moon total lunar eclipse.

Image of a faint eclipsed Moon behind a brightly it castle.

Watching Lunar Eclipses

A lunar eclipse can be seen with the naked eye, unlike solar eclipses, which have special safety requirements.

A partially eclipsed Moon in the night sky. A little over half of the Moon is covered by a reddish shade.

What Is a Partial Lunar Eclipse?

A partial lunar eclipse happens when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, but they are not precisely aligned.

Penumbral Lunar Eclipse

A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the outer shadow of Earth falls on the Moon's face. It is easy to miss this type of lunar eclipse.

A partially red Moon rising from behind mountains.

Lunar Eclipse Photography

Planning to take pictures of a lunar eclipse? Follow our guide for amazing eclipse photos! We tell you what kind of equipment you need and how to use it.

Eclipse Magnitude

Eclipse magnitude is a number that astronomers associate with solar or lunar eclipses. What does it mean?

Total lunar eclipse over Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.

When Is the Next Lunar Eclipse?

There are at least 2 lunar eclipses each year. Find out when the next lunar eclipse happens in your city and worldwide.

Solar and Lunar Eclipses

Solar and lunar eclipses, why they occur, when the next eclipse is, and from where you can see them.

The Full Moon

The third primary phase of the Moon is the Full Moon.

Why 3 Shadows?

Objects cast 3 different shadows: umbra, penumbra, and antumbra. Why are there 3 types of shadows and how do they determine the type of an eclipse?