Looking for Lunar Eclipse 2026 in USA, India today timing? A partial lunar eclipse is occurring on March 3, 2026, and it will be visible across most parts of the United States and India.
According to NASA, this eclipse will be visible during the early morning hours across multiple U.S. time zones.
Lunar Eclipse 2026
Lunar Eclipse 2026 on March 3, 2026 – Check USA and India timing, peak time, visibility details, and how to watch the partial Chandra Grahan safely. Get complete time zone wise schedule.
- Event: Lunar Eclipse (Partial)
- Date: March 3, 2026
- Visibility: Most U.S. states (weather permitting)
- Safety: Safe to view with naked eyes
- Best Viewing Time: Around maximum eclipse phase
Lunar Eclipse Timing – India (IST)
- Penumbral Eclipse Begins: 2:14 PM IST
- Partial Eclipse Begins: 3:20 PM IST
- Maximum Eclipse: 5:00 PM IST
- Partial Ends: 6:47 PM IST
- Penumbral Ends: 7:53 PM IST
In India, the Moon will rise while the eclipse is already in progress, so many cities will see only the later stages after sunset.
Lunar Eclipse Today – USA Time Zone Wise Timing
Eastern Time (ET)
(Cities like New York City, Washington D.C.)
- Penumbral Begins: 3:14 AM
- Partial Eclipse Begins: 4:20 AM
- Maximum Eclipse: 6:00 AM
- Partial Ends: 7:47 AM
Central Time (CT)
(Chicago, Houston)
- Penumbral Begins: 2:14 AM
- Partial Begins: 3:20 AM
- Maximum: 5:00 AM
- Ends: 6:47 AM
Mountain Time (MT)
(Denver, Phoenix)
- Penumbral Begins: 1:14 AM
- Partial Begins: 2:20 AM
- Maximum: 4:00 AM
- Ends: 5:47 AM
Pacific Time (PT)
(Cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco)
- Penumbral Begins: 12:14 AM
- Partial Begins: 1:20 AM
- Maximum: 3:00 AM
- Ends: 4:47 AM
Why Does a Lunar Eclipse Occur?
A lunar eclipse happens when :
- Earth moves between the Sun and Moon
- Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon
- The alignment occurs during a full moon
The Moon may appear darker or slightly reddish during peak time.
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