MALAYSIANS will have the opportunity to witness a rare astronomical spectacle — a total lunar eclipse, also known as the ‘blood moon’ which is expected to take place from 11.28pm on 7 September to 4.55am on 8 September.
“The penumbral eclipse which will start at 11.28 pm, followed by the partial eclipse at 12.26 am.
“The total eclipse will begin at 1.30 am, reaching its maximum at 2.11 am, and ending at 2.53am. The partial eclipse will end at 3.56 am, with the penumbral phase concluding at 4.55 am,” said the Malaysian Space Agency (MYSA).
The name refers to the deep red hue the moon takes at its peak due to the refraction of sunlight by earth’s atmosphere.
“During the peak, the moon will take on a reddish-orange hue due to the refraction of sunlight by earth’s atmosphere.
“Hence, this phenomenon is also know as ‘blood moon’,” it said.
MYSA said the lunar eclipse occurs when the earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting its shadow over the moon.
The sequence can be observed with the naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope if the weather permits. – September 5, 2025
