New Yorkers will witness a total lunar eclipse, or “blood moon,” on the night of March 13 into early March 14. The event occurs when the moon passes through Earth’s shadow, turning a deep red due to the way sunlight filters through the atmosphere.
The eclipse begins at 11:57 p.m. EST, with totality from 2:26 a.m. to 3:31 a.m. before ending at 6 a.m. NASA says the red hue varies based on atmospheric conditions. Stargazers can use binoculars or cameras for a better view.
This will be the only total lunar eclipse of 2025 for North America. The next one won’t occur until March 3, 2026.
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