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Nearly total lunar eclipse to be visible across Southland
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points The moon's rise on the southeastern horizon marks the beginning of this phenomenon, which will become more pronounced later in the evening. A celestial event is approaching, with a significant portion of the moon expected to enter Earth's shadow.
A celestial event is approaching, with a significant portion of the moon expected to enter Earth's shadow. The moon's rise on the southeastern horizon marks the beginning of this phenomenon, which will become more pronounced later in the evening. Viewers do not require special equipment to observe this event, as it will be visible to the naked eye.
The timing of the event has been outlined, with a specific sequence of phases expected to occur. Further details about the event, including its visibility and online broadcast, are available from an observatory that will be opening its grounds for public viewing.
Weather conditions will play a role in determining the event's visibility, and updates can be found through the observatory's online broadcast.
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Published: August 26, 2026 ·
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