Total Lunar Eclipse on September 7: Know Timings, Visibility and Other Details

The night of September 7–8, 2025, will bring a rare and beautiful sky event — a total lunar eclipse, also called a Blood Moon. During this time, the Earth will block sunlight from directly reaching the Moon, making it glow in shades of deep red and orange. Such an eclipse will not happen again until 2026, making it a must-watch for stargazers.

Why does the Moon Look Red?

The red color of a Blood Moon happens because of Earth’s atmosphere. When sunlight passes through, the shorter blue light scatters away, while the longer red and orange light bends toward the Moon. This bathes the lunar surface in a crimson glow, giving rise to the name Blood Moon.

Where will It be Seen?

This eclipse will be visible across large parts of the world, including:

• Asia (including India)
• Australia
• Eastern Africa
• Parts of Europe

So, people in India are lucky — the entire event can be seen clearly if the skies are cloud-free.

Is it Visible in India?

Yes! The 2025 Blood Moon will be fully visible in all parts of India. From north to south and east to west, skywatchers can witness the Moon turning red and even capture it on cameras. For the best view, head to open areas away from city lights.

Where will Blood Moon be Visible in India?

In India, people across all regions can see the Blood Moon:

• North India: Delhi, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Lucknow
• West India: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad
• South India: Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi
• East India: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati
• Central India: Bhopal, Nagpur, Raipur

For the best experience, step outside to an open area like a terrace, rooftop, or park away from city lights.

Eclipse Timings in India

• Starts: 8:58 PM, September 7
• Total Eclipse (Blood Moon): 11:00 PM – 12:22 AM
• Ends: 2:25 AM, September 8

The total phase will last 82 minutes, making this one of the longest and most beautiful lunar eclipses of the decade.

How to Watch Lunar Eclipse of 7th September Safely?

Unlike solar eclipses, a lunar eclipse is completely safe to watch with the naked eye. No special glasses are needed.

For a closer view:

• Use binoculars or a telescope to see lunar craters and colour details.
• Download apps like Stellarium or SkySafari to track the Moon.