Missouri Awaits Mesmerizing Total Lunar Eclipse with 'Blood Moon' Phenomenon

Caspian Hollingsworth
Mar 15 2025
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Total Lunar Eclipse Set to Light Up Missouri's Night Sky

Get ready, Missouri! The first total lunar eclipse since 2022 is headed your way, and it's promising an unforgettable show on the night of March 13-14, 2025. This celestial spectacle begins its journey across the Missouri sky with the penumbral phase at 10:57 pm CDT on March 13. As the night deepens, the real magic happens when totality kicks off at 1:26 am CDT on March 14, cloaking the moon in the Earth’s shadow until 2:31 am CDT. Finally, it all wraps up as the penumbral phase ends at 5:00 am CDT, making for a 3 hour and 38 minute stretch of lunar wonder.

The Phenomenon of the 'Blood Moon'

Why all the fuss about this lunar event? It's the elusive 'blood moon' effect that steals the show. As the moon slips into Earth’s umbra, it takes on a reddish glow, thanks to sunlight scattering across our atmosphere. This miraculous moment is visible without any special gear, though a pair of binoculars or a trusty telescope can really amp up the experience. Missouri cities such as St. Louis, Kansas City, Jefferson City, and Columbia are ideally positioned for viewing this galactic theater in action, with clear skies essential for the best look.

The St. Louis Astronomical Society isn't sitting this one out. They're hosting a special viewing event at the Jefferson College Observatory from 11 pm to 4 am CDT, giving sky enthusiasts a prime spot to soak in the sights. Bring your curiosity and maybe a thermos of something warm, because you won't want to tear your eyes away from this cosmic dance.

Eager to see another? Missouri will not have to wait long, as the next total lunar eclipse will grace its skies on March 3, 2026. But for now, mark your calendars and set your alarms. This March 2025 eclipse is not just an astronomical event—it's an occasion to connect with the universe from your own backyard.

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