The world will witness the first lunar eclipse of the year 2023. The penumbral lunar eclipse will be visible in most of the Indian cities, provided the weather remains clear. Lunar eclipse is also known as ‘Chandra Grahan’. This time, the astronomical event is coinciding with Buddha Purnima.
Other than India, the lunar eclipse can be enjoyed from Australia, Antarctica, Eastern Africa, Oceania, and Asia. Next lunar eclipse will be visible in October,2023.
What is penumbral lunar eclipse?
Lunar eclipse are of different types based on the type of shadow Earth casts on the Moon. Different types of lunar eclipse include total lunar eclipse, partial lunar eclipse, and penumbral lunar eclipse. During total lunar eclipse, the moon enters the umbra, or inner region of Earth’s shadow. During this eclipse, Earth covers the whole of the Moon. During penumbral lunar eclipse, the Moon passes through the faint penumbral portion of Earth’s shadow.
Penumbral lunar eclipse timing
Lunar eclipse will begin at 8:44 pm on Friday. It will reach its peak at around 10:52 pm and will end at 1:01 am on Saturday.
Indian cities from where lunar eclipse will be visible
Penumbral Lunar eclipse will be visible in Asia, Australia, Africa, the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, etc. It will also be visible in some parts of India. People living in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kanpur, Visakhapatnam, Patna, Ooty, Mathura, Imphal, Itanagar, Kohima, Kolkata, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Varanasi, Mathura, Pune, Surat,etc will be able to enjoy the lunar eclipse from their place.
How to watch in India?
Find a quiet place from where it is easier to witness the clear sky. Observe the lunar eclipse at the designated time. The astronomical event can be enjoyed with bare eyes. However, the event looks more phenominal when viewed with the help of telescope. People can use their mobile cameras or DSLR camera to capture the lunar eclipse.
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