Total lunar eclipse of February 10, 1971
The total lunar eclipse peaks at Feb 10, 1971, 2:44 AM ET (1971-02-10 07:44 UTC) at 20°57′ Leo.
Past eclipse
Total lunar eclipse in ♌︎ Leo · South Node ☋︎ · 83 min of totality.
Visible from the US: New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Wed, Feb 10, 2:44 AM EST |
| Chicago | Wed, Feb 10, 1:44 AM CST |
| Denver | Wed, Feb 10, 12:44 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Tue, Feb 9, 11:44 PM PST |
| London | Wed, Feb 10, 8:44 AM GMT+1 |
| Sydney | Wed, Feb 10, 5:44 PM GMT+10 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | Feb 9, 1971, 11:39 PM ET 1971-02-10 04:39 UTC | Feb 10, 1971, 5:49 AM ET 1971-02-10 10:49 UTC | 370 min |
| Partial (umbral) | Feb 10, 1971, 12:51 AM ET 1971-02-10 05:51 UTC | Feb 10, 1971, 4:37 AM ET 1971-02-10 09:37 UTC | 225 min |
| Total | Feb 10, 1971, 2:03 AM ET 1971-02-10 07:03 UTC | Feb 10, 1971, 3:26 AM ET 1971-02-10 08:26 UTC | 83 min |
The Moon darkens visibly during the partial stage and turns copper-red during totality.
Where to see it
In the US: New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Mexico City and São Paulo. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, Feb 10, 1971, 2:44 AM ET.)
Total lunar eclipse in Leo: astrology meaning
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around creativity, romance and self-expression (Leo), with the Sun opposite in Aquarius. It falls near the South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Leo–Aquarius axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 20°57′ Leo or Aquarius.
It is the Full Moon of February 1971.
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 1971 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the total lunar eclipse of February 10, 1971?
The total lunar eclipse peaks at Feb 10, 1971, 2:44 AM ET (1971-02-10 07:44 UTC) at 20°57′ Leo.
Where is the February 10, 1971 eclipse visible?
In the US: New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Mexico City and São Paulo. 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 New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu.
How long does it last?
Stages: penumbral 370 min, partial (umbral) 225 min, total 83 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
20°57′ Leo on the tropical zodiac, near the South Node. The Sun is opposite in Aquarius.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around creativity, romance and self-expression (Leo), with the Sun opposite in Aquarius. It falls near the South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Leo–Aquarius axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 20°57′ Leo or Aquarius.
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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