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Discover how to experience the captivating total lunar eclipse live and online, ensuring you don't miss a moment of the stunning "Blood Moon" on March 13.
This week, a total lunar eclipse will coincide with March’s Worm Moon, creating a breathtaking celestial event. The night of March 13-14 will see the full moon undergo a total eclipse, visible from the night side of Earth, with North America positioned perfectly for an extraordinary spectacle.
If you’re unable to view the eclipse in person, don’t worry—numerous livestreams are available for free (weather permitting), so you can still witness the Worm Moon lunar eclipse. We’ve compiled some of the best online viewing options for you. Also, keep up with the latest updates on this event through our live blog.
Lunar eclipses occur when Earth moves between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow across the lunar surface. At the peak of "totality," the moon will pass through Earth’s umbra (the darkest part of its shadow), creating the famous red "Blood Moon" effect. The eclipse will reach its maximum phase at 2:59 a.m. EDT (6:59 GMT) on March 14, fully obscuring the moon in Earth's deepest shadow.
For those looking to watch it online, several reputable platforms will be livestreaming the eclipse in real time:
- Timeanddate will broadcast the total lunar eclipse starting at 1 a.m. EDT (0500 GMT) on March 14. Their website also offers interactive maps and location-based timing details to help you track the event.
- The Virtual Telescope Project, led by astronomer Gianluca Masi, will feature a global team of astrophotographers capturing the event. Their livestream starts at midnight (0400 GMT) on March 14 via Virtual Telescope Project’s WebTV.
- Adler Planetarium will host an eclipse livestream at 10 p.m. EDT (9 p.m. CDT or 0200 GMT), broadcasting from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. This stream will include live commentary, expert discussions, and practical tips for observing the eclipse yourself.
"As in previous events, the Virtual Telescope Project will collaborate with exceptional astro-imagers worldwide to present the breathtaking beauty of this unique occurrence," Masi shared on their events page. "A remarkable demonstration of international collaboration!"
With so many options available, there’s no reason to miss this spectacular lunar event. Whether you're watching in person or online, prepare to witness one of the most mesmerizing astronomical moments of the year!