Total lunar eclipse of March 24, 1978
The total lunar eclipse peaks at Mar 24, 1978, 11:22 AM ET (1978-03-24 16:22 UTC) at 3°41′ Libra.
Past eclipse
Total lunar eclipse in ♎︎ Libra · North Node ☊︎ · 91 min of totality.
Visible from the US: Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Fri, Mar 24, 11:22 AM EST |
| Chicago | Fri, Mar 24, 10:22 AM CST |
| Denver | Fri, Mar 24, 9:22 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Fri, Mar 24, 8:22 AM PST |
| London | Fri, Mar 24, 5:22 PM GMT+1 |
| Sydney | Sat, Mar 25, 2:22 AM GMT+10 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | Mar 24, 1978, 8:29 AM ET 1978-03-24 13:29 UTC | Mar 24, 1978, 2:15 PM ET 1978-03-24 19:15 UTC | 346 min |
| Partial (umbral) | Mar 24, 1978, 9:32 AM ET 1978-03-24 14:32 UTC | Mar 24, 1978, 1:11 PM ET 1978-03-24 18:11 UTC | 219 min |
| Total | Mar 24, 1978, 10:36 AM ET 1978-03-24 15:36 UTC | Mar 24, 1978, 12:08 PM ET 1978-03-24 17:08 UTC | 91 min |
The Moon darkens visibly during the partial stage and turns copper-red during totality.
Where to see it
In the US: Honolulu. Elsewhere: Cairo, Dubai, Mumbai, Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, Mar 24, 1978, 11:22 AM ET.)
Total lunar eclipse in Libra: astrology meaning
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around partnerships, agreements and fairness (Libra), with the Sun opposite in Aries. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Libra–Aries axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 3°41′ Libra or Aries.
It is the Full Moon of March 1978.
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 1978 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the total lunar eclipse of March 24, 1978?
The total lunar eclipse peaks at Mar 24, 1978, 11:22 AM ET (1978-03-24 16:22 UTC) at 3°41′ Libra.
Where is the March 24, 1978 eclipse visible?
In the US: Honolulu. Elsewhere: Cairo, 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 346 min, partial (umbral) 219 min, total 91 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
3°41′ Libra on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun is opposite in Aries.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around partnerships, agreements and fairness (Libra), with the Sun opposite in Aries. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Libra–Aries axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 3°41′ Libra or Aries.
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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