New Delhi: According to NASA, the longest partial lunar eclipse of this century will be seen on November 19 and will be most visible in North America. In 2 weeks from now, Earth will pass between Sun and Moon, creating a shadow on the Moon’s surface.
Reportedly, the eclipse would remain up to 3.28 hours. During this time 95% of the moon will appear in red. Likely, the eclipse will stay longer than other eclipses between 2001 and 2100. The phenomenon will have its peak at 4 AM ET (1:30 PM IST).
People residing in northeastern states of India including Assam and Arunachal Pradesh may witness the longest lunar eclipse. Besides, people in North America will have a clear view of the event. The night gazers, astronomers, and amateur skywatchers on the east coast of America will get the best view from 2 AM to 4 AM ET. All 50 states in the US and Mexico will be able to witness the change. Apart from America, South America, Eastern Asia, the Pacific region and Australia will also be able to see the phenomenon.
NASA stated that the Earth will experience a total of 228 lunar eclipses in the 21st century. Probably, there will be two lunar eclipses in a month and also three other eclipses.
“A partial lunar eclipse is on the way, taking place overnight on November 18th and 19th, when the Moon slips into Earth’s shadow for a couple of hours. Weather permitting, the eclipse will be visible from any location where the Moon appears above the horizon during the eclipse. Depending on your time zone, it’ll occur earlier or later in the evening for you,” NASA wrote on their website.
“Now that’s a huge swath of the planet that’ll be able to see at least part of the eclipse, including North and South America, Eastern Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Region. So check the timing of its visibility for your area,” it added.
NASA also reported that the frost moon will be accompanying the partial lunar eclipses this month. Frost moon is known as the last full moon of autumn.
