Skywatchers across America will have the opportunity to see a total lunar eclipse next week if the weather cooperates.

In contrast, during a total solar eclipse — which is preceded by a partial eclipse — the moon completely covers the sun, ...

As the countdown to the year's first total lunar eclipse begins, here's what to know about the difference between a lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse.

Lunar eclipses happen when the moon, Earth, and sun align just so. The Earth casts a shadow that can partially or totally ...

A treat awaits sky gazers in the month of March – the moon will take on a deep, reddish hue as it slips into the Earth’s shadow during a total lunar eclipse.

Unlike the total solar eclipse last April, you don't need special glasses to watch it safely. Also known as a "blood moon" since the color-shifting phenomenon makes the moon appear as a reddish ...

A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon comes in between ... between the two is that for lunar eclipses, no special glasses are needed to view the spectacle and one can directly stare at ...

A total lunar eclipse can be observed every two to three years from a given location, according to NASA. The next total lunar eclipse that can be seen from North America will be in March of next year.

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