The much-anticipated Blood Moon total lunar eclipse will take place on the night of September 7–8, 2025, drawing the attention of skywatchers worldwide. A Blood Moon occurs when Earth moves directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow across the lunar surface and turning it a striking copper-red color. While billions across Asia, Australia, Africa, and parts of Europe will witness this dramatic celestial event, most of North America, including the United States, will miss out due to daylight hours coinciding with the eclipse. Here’s everything to know about visibility, timings, and viewing options.
Why the Blood Moon won’t be visible in the US
Most of the continental United States will experience daylight during the eclipse, making the Blood Moon impossible to see. Only parts of northwestern Alaska and western Canada might catch a faint glimpse near moonset. For the rest of the country, the event will not be visible without online broadcasts.
When and where the eclipse will be visible
The total lunar eclipse will last for about five hours, with more than 80 minutes of totality. Prime visibility will occur in countries such as India, China, Japan, Australia, South Africa, and much of Europe, where the Moon will be high in the sky during the event.Timings of the Blood Moon (September 7–8, 2025) in US time zones
- Eastern Time (ET): Eclipse not visible
- Central Time (CT): Eclipse not visible
- Mountain Time (MT): Eclipse not visible
- Pacific Time (PT): Eclipse not visible
- Alaska (AKT): Partial visibility near moonset in extreme northwest
- Hawaii (HST): Eclipse not visible
What’s next for US skywatchers?
The next Blood Moon visible across the United States will occur on March 2–3, 2026. This total lunar eclipse will be visible across North and South America, offering a spectacular opportunity for stargazers in the region.
How to watch the September 2025 Blood Moon online
For those in the US, astronomy groups such as the Virtual Telescope Project and NASA-affiliated observatories will provide live streams of the September eclipse. This ensures that even if the event isn’t visible from local skies, viewers can still enjoy the celestial wonder virtually.Although the September 2025 Blood Moon will not shine over most of the United States, it remains a rare astronomical event for billions worldwide. With live-streaming access and future eclipses on the horizon, sky enthusiasts in America still have much to look forward to.
