Filipinos will be treated to a rare celestial event this weekend as a Total Lunar Eclipse becomes visible across parts of the country, according to the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA).
The eclipse is set to begin on the night of September 7 and continue until the early hours of September 8. PAGASA said the phenomenon will follow a distinct timeline.
The penumbral phase, when the moon first passes into Earth’s shadow, will begin at 11:27 p.m. This will be followed by the partial eclipse at around 12:27 a.m. The most anticipated stage, the Total Lunar Eclipse, will peak at 1:30 a.m., producing the striking “Blood Moon” effect, where the moon takes on a reddish hue.
Astronomers explained that the Blood Moon appearance occurs as Earth’s atmosphere filters sunlight, scattering shorter wavelengths and allowing red light to reach the lunar surface.
The eclipse will be visible in several parts of the Philippines, including Metro Manila, Metro Cebu, and Metro Davao. Weather conditions will determine how clearly the event can be observed in different locations.
