What time is the lunar eclipse in Eugene Oregon?

Eugene, Get Ready for a Blood Moon!

Hey Eugene skywatchers, get your coffee brewing! Because on the morning of March 14, 2025, we’re in for a treat: a total lunar eclipse. Now, you might’ve heard these called “blood moons,” and that’s because, during the peak, the moon often takes on this incredible reddish glow. Trust me, it’s a sight you don’t want to miss.

So, what time should you set your alarm? Here’s the breakdown in Eugene time (that’s PDT):

• 8:29 AM PDT: The Penumbral Sneak Peek. This is when the Earth’s outer shadow starts to kiss the Moon. Honestly, it’s so faint, you might not even notice it without really looking.
• 9:28 AM PDT: The Real Show Begins! Now we’re talking! The partial eclipse kicks off as the Moon starts dipping into Earth’s darker shadow. You’ll see a definite curve of darkness creeping across the Moon’s surface. Pretty cool.
• 10:31 AM PDT: Total Eclipse – Hello, Blood Moon! This is the main event. The entire Moon is now bathed in Earth’s shadow, and that’s when the magic happens. Expect that reddish, coppery color to pop – though the exact shade can depend on what’s going on in our atmosphere.
• 11:12 AM PDT: Maximum Blood Moon! This is it, folks. The Moon’s smack-dab in the middle of Earth’s shadow. If you’re only going to peek out once, this is the moment.
• 11:52 AM PDT: Coming Out of the Dark. The Moon starts inching its way out of the total shadow, and you’ll see the bright lunar surface slowly start to reappear.
• 12:56 PM PDT: Partial Eclipse Wraps Up. The last bit of Earth’s dark shadow fades away.
• 1:54 PM PDT: All Clear! The Moon’s completely out of Earth’s shadow.

That total “blood moon” phase? It’ll last for about an hour and 21 minutes. The partial eclipse, where you see that shadow creeping across the moon, goes for around 3 hours and 28 minutes. And the whole thing, from start to finish, takes about 5 hours and 24 minutes.

You can totally watch this with just your eyes, but if you have binoculars or a telescope, definitely bring them out! They’ll let you see so much more detail. Find a spot away from those bright city lights for the best view.

Miss this one? Don’t sweat it too much. The next total lunar eclipse we’ll be able to see from Eugene is on March 3, 2026. But hey, why wait? Set that alarm and enjoy the show!