16/08/2026
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🌕 A Nearly Vanishing Moon: The Lunar Eclipse
On the night of August 27 into August 28, the Moon will pass deep into Earth’s shadow during a striking lunar eclipse. At maximum eclipse, about 96% of the Moon’s disk will be covered, leaving only a small portion illuminated while the rest takes on a dramatic reddish-orange glow.
🌎 Where can it be seen?
The infographic shows the eclipse visibility across North America. Much of the United States and eastern Canada can experience the full eclipse, while parts of the western United States may see the event beginning around moonrise.
🌑 During a lunar eclipse, Earth moves directly between the Sun and Moon. Earth’s shadow falls across the lunar surface, blocking direct sunlight. Some sunlight is filtered and refracted through Earth’s atmosphere, scattering blue light and allowing more red and orange wavelengths to reach the Moon—creating the famous “Blood Moon” appearance.
⏰ Maximum eclipse: 12:12 AM ET
📅 Date: August 27–28
🌕 Maximum coverage: 96%
A reminder of how precisely the Sun, Earth, and Moon can align—and how spectacular our night sky can become. ✨🔭
