The Moon Will Turn Red Due to Eclipse on September 7

The Moscow Planetarium has officially announced a highly anticipated celestial event: a total lunar eclipse set to occur on September 7, 2025. During this spectacular phenomenon, Earth`s natural satellite is expected to take on a striking reddish hue.

According to the Planetarium`s experts, this unique coloration is a defining characteristic of a full lunar eclipse. It happens when the Moon passes directly into Earth’s shadow. As the Sun`s rays are bent and filtered by our planet`s atmosphere, only the longer-wavelength red light manages to reach and illuminate the Moon, giving it its distinctive crimson appearance.

The specific shade of red—or other colors—the Moon displays can vary considerably. Depending on the amount of dust and other particles present in Earth`s atmosphere at the time of the eclipse, the Moon`s color could range anywhere from a deep, dark brown to a vibrant, light red.

This total lunar eclipse promises widespread visibility. All phases of the event will be observable not only across Russia but also throughout vast regions including Europe, Asia, Africa, Antarctica, Australia, and Oceania, offering a magnificent show for skygazers across multiple continents.