A striking total ​lunar eclipse, often called a ‍”moon-red-tonight-orange-what-time-is-the-blood-moon-mean-how-long-will-lunar-eclipse-last/85970738007/” title=”Why is the … red tonight? When is the next blood … …”>blood moon” ​due to the reddish hue it takes⁢ on, was visible across western Europe, ⁢Asia, and Australia on Sunday night.​ It ⁤was the ⁤first such eclipse as 2022.

The eclipse occurred as ⁢the earth passed directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on‌ the lunar surface. Unlike solar eclipses,this event was safely viewable with the naked eye.

Images ⁢captured around the world ​showed the moon transformed into a deep, dark red.‌ According to Astronomy Ireland, the next ⁢total lunar eclipse‍ isn’t expected until late 2028.

Looking ahead, an almost-total solar eclipse is⁢ forecast for August 12 ⁤of next year, predicted to cover over 90% of the sun.September⁣ will also bring the autumnal equinox, on ⁤September ​22, when ‍day ‌and‍ night will be of equal length globally.

Rare ‘Blood Moon‘ to Grace Irish Skies‍ This Weekend

Astronomy enthusiasts in Ireland are in⁢ for a treat this ⁤Sunday as a total lunar eclipse, frequently enough called a ‘Blood moon’ due to its reddish hue, will be visible across the​ country.

The eclipse​ occurs when the‌ Earth‍ passes directly ‌between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow ⁣on the​ lunar surface and blocking direct sunlight. According to Astronomy Ireland, the ‌event will ⁢unfold between 8pm and 9.30pm, with the East Coast⁣ predicted to offer the clearest viewing opportunities.

David Moore, editor of Astronomy‌ Ireland, notes that this will be the last total lunar eclipse visible‌ from Ireland for quite ⁤some time, ⁤with the next one not⁣ expected untill late​ 2028. To maximize viewing potential, observers are encouraged to ⁤find a location with an unobstructed horizon view around‌ 7.30pm to catch ⁤the rising Moon.

While ⁤the forecast from Met Éireann suggests ⁤showers primarily along ​the Atlantic coast, with clearer conditions expected elsewhere, potential viewers should be aware of possible cloud cover.

Beyond the lunar eclipse, September also brings the autumnal equinox on September 22nd, marking the day when⁣ daylight ⁤and​ nighttime hours are of equal length globally.

Looking further ahead, Moore highlighted a notable‌ solar event next year. On August 12th, an almost-total solar eclipse will occur, ⁤obscuring over 90%⁢ of the sun and causing a noticeable dimming of the landscape and a drop in temperature. While a fully total eclipse will be visible from​ Spain, Ireland hasn’t experienced a total solar eclipse as 1724 and won’t again until‌ 2090. Moore jokingly suggested booking a trip⁣ to Spain ​to witness the full spectacle.