Lunar Eclipse
Deep Partial Lunar Eclipse
August 27–28, 2026
Time until greatest eclipse
Timing (UTC)
Duration & Magnitude
Partial phase lasts about 3 hours 19 minutes; full event (including penumbral phases) about 5 hours 39 minutes
Magnitude: 0.9319 (umbral) — about 96% of the Moon enters Earth's dark shadow
Where it's visible
Visible from all of North and South America, plus Europe, Africa, and the Middle East (moonset permitting for eastern viewers). This will be the deepest lunar eclipse visible anywhere on Earth until a total lunar eclipse on December 31, 2028.
In the US: Visible across the entire continental US as an evening event — peak occurs around 9:12 PM PDT on the West Coast and just after midnight (12:12 AM EDT) on the East Coast, early on August 28.
View the official interactive mapSafety
Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses are completely safe to view directly with the naked eye — no special equipment needed.
FAQ
When exactly is the deep partial lunar eclipse?
Greatest eclipse occurs Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:13:00 UTC. Use the countdown above for the exact time remaining from right now.
Do I need special equipment?
Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses are completely safe to view directly with the naked eye — no special equipment needed.
Where can I find precise timing for my exact location?
This page shows verified UTC times and a general visibility summary — for second-by-second local circumstances at your specific coordinates, use the official interactive map linked above.