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Blood Moon 2025: How and when to see March’s stunning total lunar eclipse in Spain.
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Mark your calendars. There’s a crimson spectacle on the horizon; The ‘Blood Moon’ is coming.
For the first time in over two years, a total lunar eclipse is set to grace our skies, and if you’re quick, you might just catch this ‘Blood Moon’ in Spain. Unlike a total solar eclipse, which is only visible from a narrow path, a total lunar eclipse can be enjoyed by anyone on the night side of the Earth. That means millions of people across the globe will have a front-row seat to one of nature’s most breathtaking shows.
Can you see the eclipse from Spain?
Here’s the good news: you’ll be able to see the Blood Moon in mainland Spain, the Canary Islands, Ceuta, and Melilla – at least for the latter part of the eclipse, before sunrise. The not-so-good news? If you’re in the Balearic Islands or eastern Spain, you’ll catch only a partial view as our lunar neighbour dips below the horizon. For the best chance of glimpsing that spooky red, set your alarm for the early hours of March 14, when the Moon is expected to don its scarlet coat.
If you fancy a better view, local observatories often host public astronomy events, offering telescopes and expert guidance – so check what’s on near you.
Why does the Moon turn red?
The eerie red glow of the ‘Blood Moon’ is caused by something called Rayleigh scattering. Funnily enough, this is the same effect that makes the sky blue and sunsets red. When the Earth blocks direct sunlight from reaching the Moon, some of the Sun’s light is filtered through our atmosphere. The shorter blue and violet wavelengths scatter out, while the longer red and orange wavelengths make it through, bathing the Moon in an otherworldly crimson light.
Key Eclipse Phases and Local Times (CET)
Partial eclipse begins at around 6.10 AM. This is when the Moon starts entering Earth’s umbra, leading to noticeable darkening according to NASA.
Total eclipse is at around 7.26 AM. Here, the Moon is entirely within Earth’s umbra, adopting a reddish hue.
Maximum eclipse is estimated at around 7.50 AM. This is the peak of the total eclipse; the Moon appears darkest and reddest.
The total eclipse ends somewhere around 8.31 AM. The Moon starts exiting the umbra, losing its red colouration. It will then move into partial eclipse. Note: In regions where the Moon sets before the end of the eclipse, some phases won’t be visible.
More lunar events ahead in 2025 and beyond
If you miss this one, don’t worry. Spain’s in for a treat on 29 March 2025 – a partial solar eclipse.
There’s also another total lunar eclipse set for September 7-8, 2025 – and this time, it will be visible from Europe, Russia, Asia, Australia, Africa, and even Antarctica.
Meanwhile, 2026 will see the ‘Eclipse of the Century,’ which will cast its shadow over Spain, Greenland, Iceland, Russia, and even a sliver of Portugal.
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