Best viewed from eastern Asia, Australia, the Pacific Ocean, and North/Central America.

Unlike a solar eclipse, this is safe to view with the naked eye.

Based on the latest data from NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio and local reports, a (Blood Moon) will occur on March 3, 2026. This is the primary astronomical event for early 2026, often referred to as a "blood moon" because the moon turns a coppery red during totality. Key Details for the March 3, 2026, Total Lunar Eclipse: Date: March 3, 2026.