Partial lunar eclipse of March 2, 1961
The partial lunar eclipse peaks at Mar 2, 1961, 8:28 AM ET (1961-03-02 13:28 UTC) at 11°41′ Virgo.
Past eclipse
Partial lunar eclipse in ♍︎ Virgo · North Node ☊︎ · 84% of the Moon in Earth’s shadow.
Visible from the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Thu, Mar 2, 8:28 AM GMT-5 |
| Chicago | Thu, Mar 2, 7:28 AM GMT-6 |
| Denver | Thu, Mar 2, 6:28 AM GMT-7 |
| Los Angeles | Thu, Mar 2, 5:28 AM GMT-8 |
| London | Thu, Mar 2, 1:28 PM GMT+0 |
| Sydney | Thu, Mar 2, 11:28 PM GMT+10 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | Mar 2, 1961, 5:33 AM ET 1961-03-02 10:33 UTC | Mar 2, 1961, 11:22 AM ET 1961-03-02 16:22 UTC | 348 min |
| Partial (umbral) | Mar 2, 1961, 6:51 AM ET 1961-03-02 11:51 UTC | Mar 2, 1961, 10:04 AM ET 1961-03-02 15:04 UTC | 194 min |
The Moon darkens visibly during the partial stage and turns copper-red during totality.
Where to see it
In the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Mumbai, Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, Mar 2, 1961, 8:28 AM ET.)
Partial lunar eclipse in Virgo: astrology meaning
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around work routines, health and details (Virgo), with the Sun opposite in Pisces. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Virgo–Pisces axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 11°41′ Virgo or Pisces.
It is the Full Moon of March 1961.
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 1961 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the partial lunar eclipse of March 2, 1961?
The partial lunar eclipse peaks at Mar 2, 1961, 8:28 AM ET (1961-03-02 13:28 UTC) at 11°41′ Virgo.
Where is the March 2, 1961 eclipse visible?
In the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: 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 Los Angeles and Honolulu.
How long does it last?
Stages: penumbral 348 min, partial (umbral) 194 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
11°41′ Virgo on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun is opposite in Pisces.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around work routines, health and details (Virgo), with the Sun opposite in Pisces. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Virgo–Pisces axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 11°41′ Virgo or Pisces.
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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