Suche
Mein Konto
Blood Moon on September 7th: A spectacular celestial event awaits!
On September 7th, 2025, a total lunar eclipse will illuminate the sky in Greifswald as a blood moon. Observation times and tips.
Blood Moon on September 7th: A spectacular celestial event awaits!
On September 7th, 2025 it will be that time again: a total lunar eclipse, also known as the “blood moon”, will take place in Germany. NDR reports that the eclipse will be visible when the moon rises at 7:51 p.m. In order to enjoy this impressive sight, a clear view of the horizon is essential. The total phase will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the maximum eclipse will be reached around 8:11 p.m.
In total, the lunar eclipse will last over three hours, with the partial lunar eclipse lasting until 9:56 p.m. During totality, the moon will be just a fist's width above the horizon and will appear a bright red. This reddish color results from the refraction of sunlight by the Earth's atmosphere, with the blue light components being scattered more strongly.
Global observation conditions
A highlight is that more than seven billion people worldwide will be able to enjoy this spectacular event. According to Spiegel, visibility conditions are particularly good in Europe, Africa, Asia and parts of Australia. But for those in the U.S. or with cloudy skies, the eclipse will be difficult to view. Fortunately, live streams are planned to make the spectacle accessible to everyone who is interested.
One of the live streams is offered by the Virtual Telescope Project, which shows the moon over Italy from 7:45 p.m. Time and Date also has a live stream from 6 p.m. with a mobile observatory in Cyprus as well as live connections to Australia, Dubai and Germany.
More than just an astronomical event
Such astronomical phenomena as a total lunar eclipse connect people all over the world. As the Earth stands between the Sun and the Moon, the Earth's shadow falls entirely on the Moon's surface, creating this mesmerizing sight. This form of eclipse only occurs every two and a half years, and the next total lunar eclipse will not be seen again until December 31, 2028. Another important date for star lovers is the partial lunar eclipse, which will take place on August 28, 2026.
The Perseid season is already over, but there are still exciting astronomical events, such as a telescope meeting in Rendswühren, where star enthusiasts can exchange ideas. Don't miss this cosmic spectacle and plan ahead of time where you can observe best!