“Blood Moon” is coming – a rare eclipse you can’t miss

On the night of 7 to 8 September 2025, a total lunar eclipse – commonly referred to as the “Blood Moon” – will take place, TimeOut reported.

The publication noted that while lunar eclipses occur more frequently than solar eclipses, a total eclipse of the Moon remains a rare event. Those who miss this one will have to wait until 2028 for the next.

On 7 September, the eclipse will be visible from most parts of the planet, including Uzbekistan. Astronomers estimate that nearly 6 billion people could watch the celestial event.

The lunar eclipse will begin at 20:28 Tashkent time, when the Moon enters the Earth’s shadow, and continue until 1:55 on 8 September. For almost an hour and a half, the “Blood Moon” will appear in the sky, glowing with a striking reddish hue caused by the scattering of sunlight in Earth’s atmosphere.

To enjoy the view, experts recommend moving away from city lights to darker areas. Ideally, observers should find higher ground, allow their eyes about 20 minutes to adjust to the dark, and avoid exposure to phone, computer or TV screens. Checking the weather forecast beforehand is also advised, since heavy cloud cover could block visibility.

Unlike solar eclipses, watching a lunar eclipse does not harm the eyes, so there is no need to purchase special glasses.