A partial lunar eclipse will be visible throughout Cuba on the night of September 17, according to the Institute of Geophysics and Astronomy (IGA).
The astronomical phenomenon will begin at 8:39:30 PM local time.
The entry of the Moon into the Earth's shadow, or umbra, will occur at 22:11:48, while the maximum of the eclipse will be reached at 22:44:20.
The partial eclipse will end at 23:16:42, and the end of the penumbral phase will be at 00:49:12 on September 18.
This event will be visible in Europe, Africa, and much of America, with the exception of its westernmost part.
Although lunar eclipses are less frequent than monthly full moons, their occurrence is determined by the inclination of the lunar orbit, which only allows the Moon to pass through the Earth's shadow at specific moments.
Lunar eclipses always occur during the full moon phase, when the Earth is between the Moon and the Sun. At these moments, the Earth's shadow is projected onto the surface of the Moon, dimming its brightness and causing unusual changes in its appearance, according to NASA.
In a total lunar eclipse, the Moon moves into the inner part of the umbra, which can give it a deep red hue for a few hours.
To observe this phenomenon, no special preparations are required. Simply move away from artificial lights and find a place with good visibility of the sky to enjoy the view of this beautiful astronomical event.
In November 2022, a total lunar eclipse occurred that could be seen from Cuba and other latitudes around the world.
For about an hour, the completely eclipsed satellite could be seen with the naked eye, just by looking towards the west.
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