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Last Update: April 27, 2023, 4:02 PM IST
The first lunar eclipse of 2023 on May 5 will be a penumbral lunar eclipse. (Image: shutterstock)
Lunar Eclipse 2023: The first lunar eclipse or lunar eclipse of 2023 is scheduled for May 5. The eclipse will begin at 08:44 PM IST on May 5 and end at 01:01 AM IST on May 6.
Lunar Eclipse 2023: The first lunar eclipse of 2023 is likely to grace the sky on May 5. The astronomical event will result in the Moon’s surface turning red or orange and the Sun and Earth coming into a straight line with it. The celestial event in May will be the first of two lunar eclipses to occur in 2023. The second lunar eclipse of 2023 is expected to occur in October.
Apart from the lunar eclipse in 2023, two solar eclipses will also be seen. One of which has already taken place on 20 April. The second lunar eclipse is going to happen on 14 October. The first lunar eclipse of 2023 will be a penumbral lunar eclipse on May 5.
What is lunar eclipse?
A lunar eclipse, also called a lunar eclipse, is an astronomical phenomenon where the surface of the Moon turns red or orange due to the shadow cast by Earth. These eclipses are a stunning display of beauty in motion, although only about half of Earth’s population can see them. The next lunar eclipse is imminent, but since this rare event doesn’t happen monthly, tracking the date, time, and visibility is essential to witnessing the breathtaking beauty.
lunar eclipse 2023 date and time
The first lunar eclipse or lunar eclipse of 2023 is scheduled for May 5. The eclipse will begin at 08:44 PM IST on May 5 and end at 01:01 AM IST on May 6. The total length of the event will last 4 hours. and 18 min.
Chandra Grahan 2023 Visibility
India will not be able to see the penumbral lunar eclipse, but it will be visible from other regions including Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia, Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans. The first lunar eclipse of 2023 will coincide with Buddha Purnima, which holds an important place in Indian traditions. Lunar eclipses come in three forms – total lunar eclipse, partial lunar eclipse and penumbral lunar eclipse.
The first lunar eclipse of 2023 on May 5 will be a penumbral lunar eclipse. After this, the last eclipse will take place on October 28, which will be a partial lunar eclipse.
A lunar eclipse is an exciting event that shouldn’t be missed by astronomy enthusiasts and casual star watchers alike. However, visibility may vary based on location and weather conditions. This lunar eclipse is a penumbral lunar eclipse, which means the Moon appears darker than usual, but not completely black like a total lunar eclipse. So, mark your calendars and get ready to witness one of the most breathtaking astronomical events of 2023.
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