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The first full Moon of spring, the Worm Moon, rose over Northern Ireland this week with sightings in Dundonald and Comber. A Blood Moon eclipse was visible elsewhere but not from the UK, and the piece explains the origins of the Worm Moon name and other monthly Moon names, noting the next full Moon will be the Pink Moon on April 1.
March’s full Moon, the Worm Moon, peaks at 11:38am on March 3 and will appear full around that time. For parts of North and South America, East Asia and Australia, the Moon will pass through Earth’s shadow in a total lunar eclipse, turning a blood-red color (the Blood Moon). The UK won’t see the eclipse as the Moon will be below the horizon during the eclipse. The piece also notes that many cultures assign names to full Moons (e.g., Worm Moon, Crust Moon) to reflect seasonal events.
Space.com reports that the March 3, 2026 total lunar eclipse produced dramatic blood-moon visuals with totality ending but partial phases continuing, as photographers across North America, Oceania, and the Philippines captured stunning images. The article notes the Worm Moon name for March, encourages readers to follow the live blog and streams for real-time milestones, and reminds that this is the last total lunar eclipse visible over North America until 2028.
A total lunar eclipse, the Worm Moon, will occur Tuesday morning with the event starting around 1:50 a.m., peaking around 3:04–4:02 a.m. PST and maximum at 3:33 a.m.; western Washington has the best view, but increasing clouds from a front moving in after midnight could hinder visibility.
On March 3, 2026, the full Moon—the Worm Moon—will pass through Earth’s shadow, turning coppery-red for about 58 minutes during a total lunar eclipse. The event lasts from 08:44 to 14:22 UTC, with totality from 11:04 to 12:02 UTC, and will be visible across western North America and parts of Europe, the Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and east Asia (Europe won’t see it). No eye protection is needed to view the eclipse itself, though a clear sky helps. The piece also notes a pre-eclipse moon-Regulus close approach on March 2 and links to live blogs and viewing tips; this will be the last total lunar eclipse visible in North America until 2029.
Space.com reports that in about a week a total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon a vivid blood red, visible to billions across the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania (weather permitting). Totality lasts about 58 minutes, with penumbra beginning around 3:33 a.m. EST on March 3, umbra entering at 4:50 a.m. EST and totality starting at 6:04 a.m. EST; timings vary by location. The reddish hue comes from Rayleigh scattering in Earth’s atmosphere. Viewers in the US may see different phases depending on where they are, and can check local timings on TimeandDate. Telescopes can enhance the view (e.g., Celestron Inspire 100AZ). The eclipse coincides with March’s full Moon, known as the Worm Moon.
The "Worm Moon," March's full moon, was partially eclipsed for almost five hours into Monday, setting up a total solar eclipse for North America on April 8. The partial lunar eclipse was visible from North and South America, Europe, East Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. The next full moon will be the "Pink Moon" on April 23, and a total solar eclipse will occur on April 8, visible within a 115-mile wide path of totality stretching from the Pacific coast of northwestern Mexico to Atlantic Canada.
The full Worm Moon, also known as the March full moon, was marked by a subtle penumbral lunar eclipse, providing a warm-up for the upcoming total solar eclipse in April. Skywatchers captured stunning images of the event from various locations, including New York, San Francisco, and Istanbul. The Worm Moon's name is thought to refer to the emergence of beetle larvae rather than earthworms, and it was observed in various hues and settings around the world. The next full moon, the Pink Moon, is set to rise on April 23, 2024.
The full Worm Moon experienced a partial lunar eclipse, with the fuzzy edge of Earth’s shadow casting a slight darkening over the southern part of the moon. A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth’s shadow is cast on the moon, and a total solar eclipse is set to take place in far northern New England on April 8, with Boston expecting to see about 94% of the sun blocked by the moon.
March's full Worm Moon will coincide with a penumbral lunar eclipse, visible across North and South America, with peak illumination at 1 a.m. ET on Monday. The Old Farmer's Almanac provides moonrise times for different ZIP codes in the United States. The eclipse will cause the moon to dim slightly as it passes through the Earth's penumbra, with the next lunar eclipse set for September 18. The Worm Moon name comes from the earthworms typically found as spring nears, and other names for March's full moon include the Eagle Moon, Goose Moon, and the Crow Comes Back Moon. Additionally, upcoming sky events include April's total solar eclipse and the Lyrid meteor shower, as well as May's Flower Moon.
The full moon on March 25, known as the Worm Moon, will reach its peak at 3 a.m. ET and is associated with the emergence of earthworms and beetle larvae in spring. The name comes from Native American and European sources, with different explanations for its origin. Future full moons in 2024 include the Pink Moon in April, followed by the Flower Moon, Strawberry Moon, Buck Moon, Sturgeon Moon, Harvest Moon, Hunter’s Moon, Beaver Moon, and Cold Moon.
The upcoming worm moon, also known as the March full moon, will coincide with a penumbral lunar eclipse on Monday, with the eclipse starting at 12:53 a.m. ET and reaching its peak at 3:12 a.m. ET. The eclipse will be visible to those on the night side of Earth, including Europe, North and East Asia, Australia, Africa, North America, and South America. This event precedes a total solar eclipse on April 8 and is part of an "eclipse season" that occurs every six months. Additionally, the article provides a list of upcoming full moons and meteor showers for 2024.
On Monday, a penumbral lunar eclipse will coincide with the worm moon, visible to those on the night side of Earth. This event precedes a total solar eclipse on April 8 and is part of an "eclipse season" occurring every six months. While not as dramatic as a total lunar eclipse, a penumbral eclipse can be viewed with the naked eye. Additionally, upcoming meteor showers and supermoons are expected throughout the year, offering skygazers plenty of celestial events to look forward to.
The Worm Moon, arriving on March 25, 2024, is named for the appearance of earthworms as the ground thaws, and it will be in the zodiac sign of Libra. Astrologer Kyle Thomas suggests using this time to focus on relationships and partnerships, with rituals and manifestations centered around communication and love. Additionally, Thomas provides horoscope insights for each zodiac sign, indicating potential developments in areas such as love, career, and personal growth.
The upcoming penumbral lunar eclipse on March 24-25, 2024, will be a prelude to the Great North American Eclipse on April 8. The eclipse will be visible in North and South America, with the moon passing through Earth's outer shadow, known as the penumbra. This subtle event will last for 4 hours and 40 minutes, with the moon's lower limb appearing slightly shaded. Additionally, the article provides a timetable for key eclipse events in different time zones and discusses upcoming lunar eclipses in 2024 and 2025.