Don’t Miss Out! Witness the Stunning Lunar Eclipse in North Carolina Just Two Weeks Away!

The last lunar eclipse in North Carolina was in November 2022. We’re excited about the next one happening overnight from March 13 to 14, 2025! Let’s dive into what a lunar eclipse is and explore its stages.

A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth sits directly between the sun and the moon. Picture this: the moon acts like a screen, showing the Earth’s sunset colors. That red tint during a total lunar eclipse is truly a sight to behold!

During the November 2022 eclipse, the moon took on that beautiful red hue.

Now, let’s break down the stages of a lunar eclipse:

• The first stage is the penumbra, a soft shadow cast by Earth.
• Then, we see the umbra, a hard shadow where the moon can become completely dark.
• A partial eclipse occurs when only part of the moon is in the umbra.
• A total eclipse happens when the entire moon is enveloped in this shadow, often called a “blood moon.”

Looking ahead to the March 14, 2025, eclipse, here’s how it will go:

• The partial eclipse begins at 1:09 a.m. EDT, when the moon starts to move into the umbra.
• The total eclipse, where the moon will look completely red, occurs at 2:26 a.m. EDT.
• The event wraps up around 4:47 a.m. EDT, as the moon exits the penumbra.

For a detailed timeline, check out NASA’s information.

What about the future? NASA tells us that there are more lunar eclipses lined up through 2030. However, visibility will depend on your location.

In North Carolina, the next total lunar eclipse won’t occur until August 2026. If you’re keen on seeing more eclipses, make sure to keep an eye on the sky!