Details: Tonight, March 13, 2025, the Earth will be positioned between the Sun and the Moon, which is the result of a total lunar eclipse. The "worm moon" of the full moon will turn red into a "blood moon" that will cast a mysterious color in the night sky. This unique astronomical event is an opportunity for North America people, in particular, to connect with the universe. From the North Bay Observatory to everyone's patio, we'll find the best places and times to view this spectacular phenomenon that combines science, culture and the oldest human desire - to gaze into the sky.
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| Blood Worm Moon Total lunar eclipse March 13, 2025 Night of Red Tonight, March 13, 2025, there's a priceless gift in the sky for anyone who wants to see them: a total lunar eclipse, also known as "bloodworm month." As of 8:06 PM PDT, the entire United States awaits this event, which is about to see the moon enter Earth's shadow and the moon gradually turn a deep red. This is not just a full moon, but it is a moment that earth and sky meet, the red moon is enveloped, reminding us of our place in the vast universe. |
And sometimes a lunar eclipse
to watch This festival will begin at 8:57 PM PDT when the Moon will enter the Earth’s outer shadow (penumbral phase), which will cause its brightness to gradually decrease. The real drama will start at 10:09 PM PDT when the partial phase arrives and there will be a deep cloud to be seen around the neck of the moon. The most spectacular moment will be between 11:26 PM PDT and 12:31 AM PDT when the moon will turn an eerie red color for 65 minutes.
This red color was born through the Earth's atmosphere of sunshine and light - just like every sunrise and the color of the sunrise falls on the moon. The partial phase will end at 1:47 AM PDT, and the penumbral phase will also subside at 3:00 AM PDT.
You don't need special binoculars or binoculars to see this phenomenon, but you can use it if you so desire. Go to a place where you can see your sky clearly, and if possible get away from the urban lights and do your best to feel the magical experience at night.
Weather and good location
But states like Oregon and Washington will have some cloud cover, which will obstruct the view. In the Midwest and Plains states such as Denver and Minneapolis, the sky will be mostly clear, this are good views on the ground.
In the southeastern states like Atlanta, there are some light clouds but there is a chance to see your moon slightly red. The eastern US (east coast) like from Philadelphia to Boston, has some low clouds but if you go a bit inland you can see clear skies.
If the weather is stormy, get timely updates such as the National Weather Service and GOES 16 satellite imagery to adjust your location.
North Bay Observatory – A stargazer’s paradise
The Robert Ferguson Observatory in the North Bay in California has become a special place tonight. Located in the middle of Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, the Observatory is open to the public, and volunteer astronomers guide visitors. At 8:00 PM PDT the sky is clear and there is a wonderful excitement among the visitors.
One stargazer said, "It's not just a question of science, but it's an excitement that relates us to the universe." The Observatory's telescopes tell stories of old lunar eclipses to get a closer look at the red color of the moon and to people - who feel a fold between our history and the present.
Culture and cosmos fits in.
"Bloodworm month" is a unique combination of two different names. "Worm Month" is an ancient American name, which comes from a farmer's almanac, indicating which March the land will be warm and insects (worms) will reappear.
This is a so-called "blood moon" that would cause the moon to turn red during a lunar eclipse - a phenomenon that has affected people for thousands of years. In ancient beliefs, it's seen as a sign and a sign of the future. When Aristotle saw the spherical shadow of the earth on the moon, he predicted that the earth would be spherical.
Today, we look at this landscape not only for posterity, but to look at its beauty and mystery.
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