Lunar Eclipse 2023 What is Penumbral Eclipse When And How To Watch in India

Today is the first Lunar Eclipse of the year 2023. It will start at 8:45 pm. This is a penumbral lunar eclipse, which will be visible in the eastern hemisphere. This includes areas of Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania. Penumbral lunar eclipse is also called penumbral lunar eclipse. Let us know what it is and in which cities of India it will be visible.

What is penumbral lunar eclipse?

A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the penumbra, or lighter part, of Earth’s shadow. During this period the sunlight falling on the Moon appears partially cut off. During a penumbral lunar eclipse the Moon is visible, but its brightness is reduced. This means that skywatchers will be able to see the eclipse today if the weather is clear in their area.

When will it start?

of ndtv AccordingThe penumbral lunar eclipse will begin at 8:45 pm. It will be at its peak at 10:54 pm. The lunar eclipse will end at around 1:02 pm.

Where will the lunar eclipse be visible in India?

The lunar eclipse taking place today will be visible from all Indian cities, provided the weather is clear in those areas. This lunar eclipse will be visible from all Indian cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Varanasi, Mathura, Pune, Surat, Kanpur, Visakhapatnam, Patna, Ooty, Chandigarh, Ujjain, Varanasi, Mathura, Imphal, Itanagar, Kohima. Will be seen.

Are there three types of lunar eclipses?

According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), there are 3 types of lunar eclipses. These are- total lunar eclipse, partial lunar eclipse and penumbral lunar eclipse. During a total lunar eclipse, the Moon moves into the inner part of the Earth’s shadow. During this period, very little sunlight passing through the Earth’s atmosphere reaches the Moon. In a partial lunar eclipse, the Earth’s complete shadow does not fall on the Moon. At the same time, in a penumbral eclipse, the Moon passes through the outer part of the Earth and its brightness is affected.