Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse Visible Across Europe on Friday

A deep partial lunar eclipse will be visible across much of Europe in the early hours of Friday, August 28, shortly before dawn. The Moon will pass through Earth's shadow, with up to 96.2% of its disk covered at maximum, potentially giving it a dark reddish hue. Source: Euronews (Español)

Viewing details

• The eclipse occurs about two weeks after the total solar eclipse that captivated Europeans earlier this month. Source: Euronews (Español)
• This full Moon is known as the Sturgeon Moon, named after North America's largest fish. Source: Euronews (Español)
• Unlike solar eclipses, no special glasses are needed; viewing with the naked eye is safe. Source: Euronews (Español)

Regional forecasts

In Spain, the eclipse will be visible from the entire Iberian Peninsula, the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Ceuta, and Melilla, weather permitting. The partial phase begins at 4:34 and ends at 7:52 (one hour earlier in the Canaries), with maximum at 6:12, when 93% of the Moon will be covered. Source: Euronews (Español)

In Italy, cities like Naples, Rome, and Venice are expected to have the clearest skies and see a 93% eclipse. The partial phase runs from 3:23 to 9:01, peaking at 6:12. Source: Euronews (Español)

France may face cloudy and rainy conditions, potentially hindering visibility. Source: Euronews (Español)

What's next

For those unable to view it in person, timeanddate will stream the eclipse live on YouTube. Source: Euronews (Español)