Total Lunar Eclipse Graces Bahraini Skies in 2025

Rare Celestial Event Offers Spectacle of “Blood Moon”

Skywatchers in Bahrain and across the Arabian Gulf are set for a rare astronomical treat. A total lunar eclipse is anticipated on the evening of Sunday, September 7, 2025, coinciding with the completion of the lunar month of Badr Al-Awwal in the year 1447 AH.

A Night of Celestial Transformation

Astronomical researcher **Muhammad Reda Al Asfour** highlighted this upcoming event as one of the most significant celestial phenomena of 2025. The eclipse will unfold over approximately five hours and twenty-seven minutes, progressing through distinct phases: a penumbral eclipse, a partial eclipse, and culminating in the breathtaking total eclipse.

The Alluring “Blood Moon”

The peak of the total eclipse, when the moon is fully immersed in Earth’s shadow, is expected to last for one hour and twenty-two minutes. During this period, the moon will transform into a striking dark red hue, famously known as the “blood moon.” **Al Asfour** detailed the timing for the eclipse prayer in Bahrain, commencing between 7:27 PM and concluding at 10:56 PM local time, encompassing both partial and total phases.

This celestial spectacle marks the first total lunar eclipse visible from Bahrain since July 2018. Such an event is considered exceptionally rare, with the next opportunity to witness it not occurring until December 31, 2028, making this a moment of significant interest for astronomy enthusiasts.

The phenomenon can be observed with the naked eye, requiring no special equipment, thus offering an accessible opportunity for everyone to witness and document this unique cosmic display. As a point of comparison, the last total lunar eclipse visible to much of the world occurred in May 2022, captivating millions globally (Source: NASA).