Chandra Grahan tonight: Where can we see it and where are the clouds causing problems?
A total lunar eclipse (Chandra graham) is going to happen tonight (13-14 March), and many people are excited to see it. But in some places, this view will not be visible due to cloudy weather. We are going to tell you what will happen in your area.
When will Chandra Grahan happen?
The total lunar eclipse will start at 2:26 AM Eastern Time (Friday morning) or 11:26 PM Pacific Time (Thursday night). This total eclipse will last for 66 minutes.
Where will you get the best view?
There is a chance of clear skies in areas from the Lower Great Lakes and Ohio Valley to the Central Plains and Texas. People will probably get the best view here.
The Pacific Coast (Washington, Oregon, and California) and the Gulf Coast (Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida) will not see the moon due to low clouds.
The I-95 Corridor (Virginia to Maine) will also not see the moon due to clouds, but if you go a little inland, you may get a clear sky.
Where will clouds be a problem?
The lunar eclipse will not be visible due to clouds and precipitation from the Northern and Central Rockies to Montana, Arizona, and New Mexico.
In some areas of the Pacific Coast and Gulf Coast, the moon may be hidden due to low clouds.
Viewing Conditions as per U.S. Map:
GOOD (Good): Clear or scattered clouds (less than 30%). You will get the best view of the eclipse here.
FAIR (Fair): Scattered clouds (30% to 70%). You will sometimes see the moon here as well.
POOR (Poor): More than 70% clouds or complete overcast. You will either not see the moon here or it will be very weak.
What if there are clouds tonight?
If there are clouds in your area tonight, then they are not clouds. The next total lunar eclipse will occur on March 3, 2026, and will be visible from North America.
How to Take Photos of a Lunar Eclipse?
If you want to take photos of the eclipse, check out our guide “How to Photograph a Lunar Eclipse.”
Share Your Photos With Us
If you took photos of the eclipse and want to share them with Space.com readers, send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to spacephotos@space.com.
