Partial lunar eclipse of May 24, 1956
The partial lunar eclipse peaks at May 24, 1956, 11:31 AM ET (1956-05-24 15:31 UTC) at 3°27′ Sagittarius.
Past eclipse
Partial lunar eclipse in ♐︎ Sagittarius · North Node ☊︎ · 99% of the Moon in Earth’s shadow.
Visible from the US: Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Thu, May 24, 11:31 AM GMT-4 |
| Chicago | Thu, May 24, 10:31 AM GMT-5 |
| Denver | Thu, May 24, 8:31 AM GMT-7 |
| Los Angeles | Thu, May 24, 8:31 AM GMT-7 |
| London | Thu, May 24, 4:31 PM GMT+1 |
| Sydney | Fri, May 25, 1:31 AM GMT+10 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | May 24, 1956, 8:36 AM ET 1956-05-24 12:36 UTC | May 24, 1956, 2:25 PM ET 1956-05-24 18:25 UTC | 349 min |
| Partial (umbral) | May 24, 1956, 9:48 AM ET 1956-05-24 13:48 UTC | May 24, 1956, 1:13 PM ET 1956-05-24 17:13 UTC | 205 min |
The Moon darkens visibly during the partial stage and turns copper-red during totality.
Where to see it
In the US: Honolulu. Elsewhere: Dubai, Mumbai, Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, May 24, 1956, 11:31 AM ET.)
Partial lunar eclipse in Sagittarius: astrology meaning
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around travel, education and beliefs (Sagittarius), with the Sun opposite in Gemini. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Sagittarius–Gemini axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 3°27′ Sagittarius or Gemini.
It is the Full Moon of May 1956.
Greatest-eclipse time and place, local circumstances and stage times are computed with Astronomy Engine and rounded to the minute (durations to the second). Published values can differ by a few seconds. All 1956 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the partial lunar eclipse of May 24, 1956?
The partial lunar eclipse peaks at May 24, 1956, 11:31 AM ET (1956-05-24 15:31 UTC) at 3°27′ Sagittarius.
Where is the May 24, 1956 eclipse visible?
In the US: Honolulu. Elsewhere: Dubai, Mumbai, Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney. A lunar eclipse is visible from anywhere the Moon is above the horizon at the time.
Can you see it from the United States?
Yes, from Honolulu.
How long does it last?
Stages: penumbral 349 min, partial (umbral) 205 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
3°27′ Sagittarius on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun is opposite in Gemini.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around travel, education and beliefs (Sagittarius), with the Sun opposite in Gemini. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Sagittarius–Gemini axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 3°27′ Sagittarius or Gemini.
Is it safe to watch?
Yes. A lunar eclipse is safe to look at with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope.
Astrology is a symbolic and cultural tradition. The planetary positions on this site are calculated with astronomical accuracy; the interpretations describe what astrologers associate with them and are not scientifically validated predictions about personality, relationships or the future.
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