Total lunar eclipse: When and where to watch the celestial event; IMD shares locations, timings
Times of India
by TOI SCIENCE DESKMarch 2, 2026
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A total lunar eclipse, often referred to as a "Blood Moon," will be visible across India and other parts of the world on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This celestial event occurs when the Earth completely blocks direct sunlight from reaching the Moon, causing it to turn a deep crimson color due to the scattering of blue light in the atmosphere. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has shared details about the timings and visibility of this rare event.
The eclipse will begin at 3:20 PM IST, with the Moon entering Earth's umbral shadow. Totality, the most dramatic phase where the Moon is fully within the shadow, will start at 4:34 PM IST and last until 5:33 PM IST. The entire eclipse event will conclude at 6:48 PM IST. During this time, viewers across India can witness the Moon turning a reddish hue, known as the "Blood Moon," which adds to the visual spectacle of the event.
While most parts of India will see the ending phase of the eclipse at moonrise, regions in North-East India and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands will experience the totality phase earlier
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Originally published on Times of India on 3/2/2026