Skywatchers across Mexico and parts of three other continents were treated to a striking Blood Moon on Thursday, according to multiple reports from Mexican news outlets. The nearly total lunar eclipse drew families and astronomy enthusiasts to public spaces in several cities, including Monterrey and Chihuahua.
La Jornada reported that the lunar spectacle was visible in skies throughout Mexico and across three additional continents. The outlet described the event as one of splendor, with the moon taking on a reddish hue during the eclipse. In Monterrey, MILENIO noted that families packed the Macroplaza, the city’s main square, to watch the event unfold. Similarly, El Norte reported that residents in the Monterrey area enjoyed the eclipse, while Tiempo La Noticia Digital shared footage of observers gathered at the Museo Semilla in Chihuahua to view the phenomenon.
The eclipse was described as nearly total, according to Telemundo, which noted that the event could also be seen from parts of the United States. The outlet provided guidance on the best locations for viewing the celestial display. The reports did not specify the exact time of the eclipse or its full duration, but the event appears to have been a major draw for public viewing across northern Mexico.
The Blood Moon occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow that gives the lunar surface a reddish tint. This particular eclipse was notable for its wide visibility, spanning multiple countries and continents. Observers in Mexico’s northern states, in particular, turned out in large numbers to witness the event.
As lunar eclipses are relatively frequent, the next opportunity for skywatchers to see a similar event will depend on upcoming celestial alignments. Those who missed Thursday’s display may have another chance in the coming years, though no specific date was provided in the reports.
