<ul><li>A total lunar eclipse is coming to Earth for the first time since 2022. On the night of March 13-14, 2025, North America and South America will get a great view of all phases of what is commonly called a 'blood moon'.</li><li>During the total lunar eclipse, the full moon will travel through Earth's shadow and take on a striking reddish hue for 65 minutes.</li><li>A total lunar eclipse occurs when Earth is positioned directly between the sun and a full moon, causing the moon to turn red due to sunlight refracted through Earth's atmosphere.</li><li>The lunar eclipse will happen in five stages, including the penumbral and umbral phases, and can be observed with the naked eye or with the help of a telescope.</li></ul>

Blood moon 2025: How to see the moon turn red over North America during March's total lunar eclipse

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