Penumbral lunar eclipse of February 9, 2009
The penumbral lunar eclipse peaks at Feb 9, 2009, 9:38 AM ET (2009-02-09 14:38 UTC) at 20°53′ Leo.
Past eclipse
Penumbral lunar eclipse in ♌︎ Leo · South Node ☋︎ · Moon in the faint outer shadow only.
Visible from the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Mon, Feb 9, 9:38 AM EST |
| Chicago | Mon, Feb 9, 8:38 AM CST |
| Denver | Mon, Feb 9, 7:38 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Mon, Feb 9, 6:38 AM PST |
| London | Mon, Feb 9, 2:38 PM GMT |
| Sydney | Tue, Feb 10, 1:38 AM GMT+11 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | Feb 9, 2009, 7:38 AM ET 2009-02-09 12:38 UTC | Feb 9, 2009, 11:37 AM ET 2009-02-09 16:37 UTC | 240 min |
A penumbral eclipse only dims the Moon slightly; most people will not notice it.
Where to see it
In the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Dubai, Mumbai, Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, Feb 9, 2009, 9:38 AM ET.)
Penumbral 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°53′ Leo or Aquarius.
It is the Full Moon of February 2009.
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 2009 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the penumbral lunar eclipse of February 9, 2009?
The penumbral lunar eclipse peaks at Feb 9, 2009, 9:38 AM ET (2009-02-09 14:38 UTC) at 20°53′ Leo.
Where is the February 9, 2009 eclipse visible?
In the US: Los Angeles and 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 Los Angeles and Honolulu.
How long does it last?
Stages: penumbral 240 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
20°53′ 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°53′ 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.