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Here’s when Houston can catch the 'almost blood moon' lunar eclipse on August 27
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· August 23, 2026
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Key points The eclipse will reach its peak when a significant portion of the Moon is inside Earth's shadow. A celestial event is approaching, with a deep partial lunar eclipse visible on August 27.
A celestial event is approaching, with a deep partial lunar eclipse visible on August 27. The eclipse will reach its peak when a significant portion of the Moon is inside Earth's shadow. At this point, the shadowed part may take on a reddish hue.
To view the eclipse, a clear sky is all that's needed, as no special equipment is required. The timing of the eclipse is key, with the Moon beginning to show a darkened area, then later emerging from the shadow. Further details about the eclipse are available, including the exact times when the eclipse begins, peaks, and ends.
Viewers can look forward to a notable astronomical event, with the Moon's appearance changing as it passes through Earth's shadow.
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Published: August 23, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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