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The countdown is nearly over for the ‘Blood Moon’ Eclipse Tonight, a celestial spectacle set to stain the night sky a dramatic copper-red.

In the early hours of March 3, 2026, the year’s only total lunar eclipse — and the last one visible from North America until 2029 — will transform March’s full “Worm Moon” into a glowing ember for 58 unforgettable minutes.

Across the United States, weather permitting, skywatchers will witness the moon slip into Earth’s shadow in a slow-motion cosmic ballet. For those under clouds or facing daylight, observatories around the globe are streaming the event live.

When and Where to Watch the ‘Blood Moon’ Eclipse Tonight

The total lunar eclipse unfolds overnight from March 2 into March 3. While the full event stretches roughly five hours and 38 minutes, the heart-stopping highlight is totality — the moment the moon turns fully red.

Here are the key totality times by U.S. time zone:

• Eastern Time: 6:04–7:02 a.m. EST (moonset occurs during totality)

• Central Time: 5:04–6:02 a.m. CST

• Mountain Time: 4:04–5:02 a.m. MST

• Pacific Time: 3:04–4:02 a.m. PST

• Alaska: 2:04–3:02 a.m. AKST

• Hawaii: 1:04–2:02 a.m. HST

Western states are expected to enjoy the clearest and highest view of the red moon. On the East Coast, totality coincides with moonset, meaning observers will need to act quickly before the moon dips below the horizon.

At least part of the eclipse will be visible across North America before dawn.