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Total Lunar Eclipse
Total Lunar Eclipse — December 20, 2029
20 December 2029
Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia
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Key data
Type
Total Lunar Eclipse
Max duration
54m
Magnitude
1.117
Saros series
130
Time of day
Night (Europe / Africa)
Greatest eclipse
Worldwide (no path — lunar eclipse)
A total lunar eclipse in December, visible from Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. With 54 minutes of totality, the Moon takes on a deep red or copper hue. From Spain and most of Europe, the eclipse occurs during the night of December 20–21, days before the winter solstice. A festive combination for astronomy enthusiasts.
Visibility
A lunar eclipse is visible from everywhere on Earth where the Moon is above the horizon at the time of the event — roughly one hemisphere.
Visible regions
Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia
Best viewing
Spain, Europe, Middle East, India
No special equipment needed. Any clear sky view of the Moon is sufficient.
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