Partial lunar eclipse expected this weekend

Thursday, 26 October 2023 08:53

The moon will pass through earth's shadow

People on the Isle of Man have the opportunity to see a partial lunar eclipse this weekend.

It’s due to happen on Saturday (28 October) between 7pm and 11pm.

The astronomical event happens when the moon moves into earth’s shadow causing the moon to darken.

Howard Parkin is from AstroManx:

UK stargazers, there will be a partial lunar eclipse on 28 October. 🌔

Only a few percent of the Moon’s surface will be eclipsed, and it will be most pronounced around 9.15pm. ☀️ 🌍 🌔

Find out more in our October astronomy blog 👉 https://t.co/e8UidAZP1Q pic.twitter.com/wfM1x44Gh7
— UK Space Agency (@spacegovuk) October 21, 2023

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