Between August 27 and 28, there will be a partial lunar eclipse and the larger part of the moon will be visible in orange color.

According to experts, during this partial lunar eclipse of 2026, about 96% of the Moon’s surface will pass through the Earth’s shadow, due to which the scene may look like a total lunar eclipse, or ‘blood moon’.

How does a lunar eclipse happen?

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon and the Earth’s shadow falls on the surface of the Moon. When the Sun’s light passes through the Earth’s atmosphere, blue light is scattered more, while red and orange light is refracted toward the Moon, causing the Moon to appear reddish.

When will the lunar eclipse peak?

The eclipse will be at its peak on August 28 at 4:13 p.m., when about 96 percent of the moon will be in the Earth’s shadow.

This astronomical scene will be visible at different times according to the local time in different regions.

According to experts, unlike the solar eclipse, viewing the lunar eclipse with the eyes is completely safe and does not require special glasses or protective filters.

Experts say binoculars can be used for a clearer view, allowing the Earth’s shadow to slowly move across the moon’s surface.