Blood Moon 2026, Feb. 26 -- The Moon is all set to take on a deep, eerie crimson colour on 3 March 2026. This spectacular sight, known as a "Blood Moon," occurs during a total lunar eclipse.

Unlike solar eclipses, which require specialised eye protection, a Blood Moon is perfectly safe to view with the naked eye.

Here's a complete guide to break down exactly when and where you can witness this cosmic masterpiece and why the moon takes on its iconic red hue:

A Blood Moon is a beautiful byproduct of Earth's atmosphere, and not a sign of the apocalypse.

During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth aligns perfectly between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow (the umbra) across the lunar surface. While the Earth blocks direct sunlight, our...