August 28th 2026
Yes, you will be able to see it, provided the sky is clear.
Because of time zones, the primary action for Merritt occurs late on Thursday evening, August 27, stretching just past midnight into Friday, August 28.
This is a very deep partial lunar eclipse, with nearly 96% of the Moon entering Earth’s dark inner shadow (umbra). At its maximum, almost the entire lunar disk will take on a noticeable coppery-red tint.
| Phase | Local Time (PDT) |
What to Look For |
|—|—|—|
| Partial Eclipse Begins | 7:33 PM (Aug 27) | Below the horizon at start; Moon rises at ~7:48 PM. |
| Maximum Eclipse | 9:12 PM (Aug 27) | Peak deep-red coverage low on the ESE horizon (~11.5° altitude). |
| Partial Phase Ends | 10:51 PM (Aug 27) | The dark shadow completely leaves the Moon. |
| Penumbral Phase Ends | 12:01 AM (Aug 28) | The faint outer shading vanishes entirely. |
Viewing Strategy for Merritt:
* Sightline: At 9:12 PM, the Moon will sit quite low in the east-southeast sky. You’ll want an elevated vantage point or a clear line of sight over the surrounding hills toward the ESE to catch maximum coverage.
* Equipment:
No eye protection is required for lunar eclipses. It is completely safe to view with the naked eye, though binoculars or a telephoto lens will bring out extra texture and detail along the shadowed edge.
The moon struck again..still
Kevin Griffiths
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