The Lunar eclipse (blood moon)

14 Mar

Tonight's Lunar Eclipse: Viewing Guide

A few people have asked about tonight’s lunar eclipse and whether we will be able to see it. The good news is yes, but only for a short time.

Key Timings

· Moonrise: 7:13 pm

· Maximum Phase: 7:16 pm

· Magnitude: 0.46 (partially visible, about half of the moon will appear red)

· End of Partial Eclipse: 7:47 pm

- Head to the northern end, under the inner lighthouse (Halifax) where you can see the moon rise to the east near Boondelbah at 7:13 pm.

- Further down the beach, the moonrise will be obscured by Tomaree, so it won't be visible from there.

Pro tip: There will be plenty of people congregating around Halifax hoping to capture it, so follow the crowd.

- Another great location is near the Salamander Bay jetty at 7:13 pm. Look to the east between the Headlands for the best view.

Enjoy this celestial event and make sure to find the perfect spot to capture this beautiful sight!

This is a timelapse of the blood moon eclipse taken on 8 November 2022