Argentina will be one of the best places on the planet to witness an extraordinary astronomical phenomenon: the total lunar eclipse known as the 'Red Moon' or 'Blood Moon,' which will tint the full moon an intense reddish color for up to 82 minutes, creating a scene straight out of a science fiction movie. According to the Argentine News Agency, this eclipse, set to be one of the longest and most impactful in the coming years, will be observable by billions of people worldwide and will not repeat with these characteristics for at least another two years. The event will occur during the night of March 2nd to the early morning of March 3rd, 2026, when the Earth positions itself directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow upon the natural satellite. During this process, the Moon will traverse the darkest part of the Earth's shadow—the umbra—and take on a deep red hue, a result of sunlight filtered through Earth's atmosphere. The total lunar eclipse in March 2026 will feature the Moon being completely red for up to 82 minutes and will be visible from large parts of the planet, including South and North America, East Asia, and Oceania. In Argentina, the eclipse will be fully visible from almost the entire country, weather permitting, making the nation one of the prime observation points in the Southern Hemisphere. Unlike solar eclipses, lunar eclipses pose no risk to vision. The phenomenon can be observed with the naked eye, though binoculars or a telescope will enhance the view of its color nuances.
