Hey, Earthlings! There will be a total lunar eclipse coming our way, beginning on Sunday, January 20 2019, and lasting into the 21st! Here are some facts you need to know.
Who is involved?
You! Your friends and family! The Sun, Moon, and Earth!
What is it?
An awesome, total lunar eclipse.
Where can I see it?
Totality of this lunar eclipse can be seen and experienced everywhere in the Western Hemisphere, as well as extreme Northern Asia, Ireland, England, and portions of France, Spain, and Scandinavia.
When will this event be taking place?
The eclipse will begins on January 21, 2019 at 0236 GMT and will end at 0748 GMT. For those who don’t want to convert GMT to our time zone(s), the eclipse will run from 9:30 p.m., on Sunday, January 20, 2019 until 2:45 a.m. on Monday, January 21, 2019, for those on US Eastern Standard Time.
How can I see it?
Go outside and look up! Clouds are forecast here over B&H Photo’s Space HQ, but hopefully you will have clear skies!
Moon photographs © Todd Vorenkamp
Why will this be happening?
The Earth will be positioned between the Sun and moon. It will block the light from the Sun and cast its shadow on the moon. When that happens, the moon will appear red (what is known as a Blood Moon) and get very dark until it moves beyond the shadow.
Want to learn more?
Tips for Photographing a Lunar Eclipse
Tips for Photographing the Moon
Enjoy the show!