Moon eclipse sighting over Baden-Württemberg: a visual spectacle to behold
On a captivating New Year's Eve in 2028, Germany will once again be treated to a celestial spectacle as a total lunar eclipse graces the night sky.
The moon's journey into Earth's shadow began around 5:30 PM, entering the penumbra—the outer part of the Earth's shadow on the moon. One hour later, at 6:30 PM, the moon moved into the umbra, the central and darkest part of the Earth's shadow.
During a total lunar eclipse, long, red sunlight is scattered into the shadow zone, illuminating the moon with a striking reddish glow. The intensity of this reddish hue depends on factors such as air pollution.
On Sunday evening, a total lunar eclipse occurred over Germany, with the event being best observed in eastern Germany. The moon began to rise already eclipsed around 7:52 PM, with optimal viewing after 8:00 PM when the total eclipse peaked around 8:11 PM and lasted about 82 minutes.
Observatories in Stuttgart, Karlsruhe, and Aalen were among those open for the viewing of the total lunar eclipse in Baden-Württemberg. Thirteen photographs of the lunar eclipse were received from Baden-Württheimer, capturing the awe-inspiring sight.
The specific locations of observation stations for the total lunar eclipse in Germany in December 2028 have not been detailed in the available sources. However, it is certain that the event will be a mesmerising sight for those who witness it.
It's worth noting that the next total lunar eclipse visible in America and Asia will be on March 3, 2026. But until then, mark your calendars for December 31, 2028, as Germany prepares for another breathtaking cosmic encounter.
