Almost the Entire Moon Is About to Disappear
Wednesday, 2026/08/26139 words2 minutes2404 reads
A deep partial lunar eclipse will happen on August 27–28. Earth's shadow will cover about 96% of the Moon's visible surface. People in the Americas will have the best view, but parts of Europe and Africa may also see it.
During a lunar eclipse, Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon. Sunlight is blocked, and Earth's shadow moves across the Moon. The Moon may become dark or coppery near the middle of the event.
A solar eclipse happens in the opposite way. The Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, so the Moon's shadow falls on Earth. A solar eclipse is usually visible only along a narrow path.
A lunar eclipse can be seen from almost the whole night side of Earth. That is why many more people can usually watch a lunar eclipse than a solar eclipse.
