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An unmissable celestial spectacle: find out when and where to observe the total lunar eclipse of 2025 in Brazil, understand why the Moon turns red and check out tips for watching and recording this rare phenomenon in the night sky.
In the early hours of March 14th, 2025, Brazilians will have the opportunity to observe one of the most impressive astronomical phenomena of the year: Blood Moon.
In addition, this total lunar eclipse can be seen in the entire national territory, depending on the weather conditions. Therefore, check the details about the event, eclipse times and ways to watch online or with the naked eye.
What is the Blood Moon and why does the Moon turn red?
A Blood Moon happens during a total lunar eclipse. At that moment, the Earth is positioned between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the sunlight direct.
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As a result, Earth's atmosphere filters the sun's rays, allowing only reddish light to reach the Moon. In this way, the rare phenomenon has fascinated observers and scientists for centuries.
Furthermore, the reddish tone occurs due to Rayleigh scattering effect. This same effect is responsible for the blue sky during the day and the orange tones of the sunset.
So, during the eclipse, atmosphere blocks blue light and allows only reddish waves to illuminate the Moon.
Beyond the Blood Moon, other types of lunar eclipses may occur. According to the website NASA.gov, last total lunar eclipse visible in Brazil took place in November 8th, 2022.
The next one, after the 2025 event, will only happen in December 31, 2028.
Total Lunar Eclipse 2025 Time in Brazil
O total lunar eclipse will happen in dawn of Friday, March 14, 2025.
According to the site TimeAndDate.com, the schedules of the eclipse (Brasília time) are as follows:
- 00h57 – Start of penumbral eclipse
- 02h09 – Start of partial eclipse
- 03h26 – Start of totality (Moon completely reddish)
- 03h59 - Moment of greatest intensity of the eclipse
- 04h31 - End of totality
- 05h47 - End of partial eclipse
- 07h00 - End of penumbral eclipse
FOR observe the phenomenon clearly, it is important to choose a location with low light pollution and a wide view of the horizon. In this way, the experience will be even more fascinating.
Timeline of major lunar eclipses
According to the website National Observatory, the lunar eclipses occur in cycles of approximately six months.
Furthermore, it is interesting to follow a timeline with the most recent and upcoming eclipses. This way, it is easier to plan for upcoming astronomical events.
- November 8th, 2022 - Total lunar eclipse
- October 28th, 2023 - Partial lunar eclipse
- March 14th, 2025 - Total lunar eclipse (next eclipse visible in Brazil)
- September 7th, 2025 - Partial lunar eclipse
- March 3th, 2026 - Penumbral lunar eclipse
- December 31, 2028 - Next total eclipse visible in Brazil
Best places in Brazil to see the Lunar Eclipse
O eclipse will be visible throughout Latin America, in addition to parts of the North America, Western Europe and West Africa.
However, in Brazil, the weather conditions will determine visibility. Therefore, it is important to keep an eye on the weather forecast.
Best regions to observe:
- Interior of Bahia
- West of Pernambuco
- South of Ceara
- Piaui
Good weather conditions expected in:
- Brasilia
- The Goiás Forest
- Parts of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo
Regions with possible cloudy skies:
- São Paulo
- Rio de Janeiro
- Paraná
- Mato Grosso
- North of the country
So if you are in a area with forecast of clouds, One A good alternative is to follow the live broadcast of the eclipse.
How to watch the 2025 Lunar Eclipse online and with the naked eye?
No need for any special equipment to observe the Blood Moon eclipse.
Furthermore, the phenomenon can be seen with the naked eye, as long as the sky is clear. For a more detailed experience, binoculars and telescopes expand the view of the details of the lunar surface.
Case or weather does not favor observationSeveral specialized portals and astronomy channels will broadcast the event live.
Among the channels that usually show eclipses are:
- NASA TV
- Astronomical Observatories
- YouTube channels specialized in astronomy
Tips for photographing the Blood Moon with professional quality
If you want to capture this unique moment, follow some essential tips can make all the difference.
First of all, choose a dark place, away from artificial lights. This will ensure better capture of the reddish hue.
We also pack any adjusting equipment correctly increases image quality. To do this, follow some simple recommendations.
- use a tripod to greater stability
- Adjust the camera's ISO to capture more light without losing quality
- Use a telephoto lens to capture details of the Moon
- Avoid places with light pollution to sharper images
Finally, applications like PhotoPills e Sky Guide help calculate the best position to photograph the eclipse.
