lunar eclipse
noun
: an eclipse in which the full moon passes partially or wholly through the umbra of the earth's shadow
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The Wolf Moon also kicks off a year of major lunar events − 2026 will also see a total lunar eclipse in March and a partial lunar eclipse in August.
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Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
From total solar and lunar eclipses and brilliant planetary conjunctions to iconic meteor showers peaking under moonless night skies and a festive supermoon, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Solar eclipses Sky-gazers can look forward to the dramatic appearances of two solar eclipses and two lunar eclipses this year, according to NASA.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Yes, two lunar eclipses will take place, although neither will be total in Michigan.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 31 Dec. 2025
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Melina Khan, USA Today, 2 Jan. 2026
From total solar and lunar eclipses and brilliant planetary conjunctions to iconic meteor showers peaking under moonless night skies and a festive supermoon, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
—Jamie Carter, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2026
Solar eclipses Sky-gazers can look forward to the dramatic appearances of two solar eclipses and two lunar eclipses this year, according to NASA.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Yes, two lunar eclipses will take place, although neither will be total in Michigan.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 31 Dec. 2025
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“Lunar eclipse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lunar%20eclipse. Accessed 5 Jan. 2026.
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