A deep partial lunar eclipse will take place on August 28, 2026, as the Moon passes through the outer fringes and into the core of Earth’s shadow. The astronomical phenomenon, referred to in the Indian subcontinent as Chandra Grahan, will see approximately 96.3 percent of the lunar surface submerged in Earth’s dark umbral shadow at the peak of the event.
Astronomical calculations and orbital tracking data published by NASA indicate that the partial phase commences at 2:34 a.m. UTC, which corresponds to 8:04 a.m. Indian Standard Time. During maximum obscuration, light refracted through the edges of Earth’s atmosphere will cast a distinct copper and reddish tint across the darkened lunar surface.
Because the celestial alignment occurs during daylight hours across South Asia when the Moon is positioned beneath the horizon, observers in India will not be able to view the eclipse with the naked eye. In contrast, skywatchers located throughout North America, South America, western Europe, parts of Africa, and the Pacific basin will have favorable nighttime and predawn viewing opportunities.
Astronomical societies, universities, and observatories across India announced plans to broadcast high-definition live video feeds and telescopic views from overseas observing stations. These virtual viewings will allow students, researchers, and astronomy enthusiasts across the country to track the progression of the eclipse in real time despite local daytime visibility limitations.
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https://indianexpress.com/article/world/chandra-grahan-august-2026-partial-lunar-eclipse-date-timings-ist-where-to-watch-10851738/