Total lunar eclipse in March: the sky will turn reddish in the first days of the month due to this phenomenon

The best places to see the lunar eclipse. Photo: ciencia_unam

Total lunar eclipse in March: the sky will turn reddish in the first days of the month due to this phenomenon

TL;DR

  • A total lunar eclipse will be visible in the United States on March 3, 2026.
  • The maximum point of the eclipse is expected at 5:33 AM CT, concluding around 6:20 AM CT.
  • The Moon will enter Earth's penumbra at 3:44 AM ET, with the partial eclipse beginning at 4:50 AM ET.
  • The total eclipse, when the Moon turns red, is predicted for 6:04 AM ET.
  • The partial eclipse will end at 8:17 AM ET.