NB Explains | All you need to know about 2023's final Lunar eclipse; Will it be visible in India?

The upcoming celestial event, known as a Lunar Eclipse, is set to occur on October 28, 2023. From a scientific perspective, a lunar eclipse transpires when the Earth moves directly between the Sun and the Moon, resulting in the Earth's shadow being projected onto the surface of the Moon.

 

The upcoming lunar eclipse will be visible in all the Indian cities.

 

 

 

Timings of the lunar eclipse

 

The partial lunar eclipse is scheduled to commence on Saturday, October 28, and extend into Sunday, October 29. The eclipse will last for a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes.

 

In India, the eclipse will commence at around 11:31 PM. By approximately 1:05 AM on Sunday (Indian Standard Time - IST), the darker portion of the Earth's shadow, known as the umbra, will envelop the lunar surface. The lunar eclipse on Sunday, October 29, will start at 1:05 AM and conclude at 2:24 AM.

 

The partial eclipse will be observable from all parts of India. Additionally, it will also be visible in a region encompassing the Western Pacific Ocean, Australia, Asia, Europe, Africa, eastern South America, northeastern North America, the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, and the South Pacific Ocean.

 

Unlike a solar eclipse, lunar eclipses are safe for direct observation with the naked eye as well as with optical viewing equipment. Binoculars or a telescope can be employed to enhance the viewing experience of the eclipse

No special equipment is required to witness a lunar eclipse, although binoculars or a telescope can enhance your experience and reveal the moon's reddish hue more vividly. For optimal viewing, it's essential to position yourself in a dark, light-free environment, away from the influence of bright lights.