The Blood Moon Returns on March 3rd.. A Rare Astronomical Opportunity Until 2029

Sky watchers and astronomy enthusiasts around the world are preparing to witness a total lunar eclipse on the third of March, the first astronomical event of this year, which will not occur again until 2029.

Reason for the Red Color

The moon turns red during the eclipse due to Rayleigh scattering in the Earth's atmosphere, where blue light is filtered out and longer red wavelengths illuminate the moon's surface, giving it a stunning blood-like appearance.

Safe Viewing

The phenomenon can be safely viewed with the naked eye, unlike a solar eclipse which requires special eye protection. The total eclipse phase lasts about 59 minutes, providing a unique opportunity to observe this breathtaking astronomical scene.