Total lunar eclipse of May 26, 2021
The total lunar eclipse peaks at May 26, 2021, 7:18 AM ET (2021-05-26 11:18 UTC) at 5°29′ Sagittarius.
Past eclipse
Total lunar eclipse in ♐︎ Sagittarius · South Node ☋︎ · 18 min of totality.
Visible from the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Wed, May 26, 7:18 AM EDT |
| Chicago | Wed, May 26, 6:18 AM CDT |
| Denver | Wed, May 26, 5:18 AM MDT |
| Los Angeles | Wed, May 26, 4:18 AM PDT |
| London | Wed, May 26, 12:18 PM GMT+1 |
| Sydney | Wed, May 26, 9:18 PM GMT+10 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | May 26, 2021, 4:47 AM ET 2021-05-26 08:47 UTC | May 26, 2021, 9:50 AM ET 2021-05-26 13:50 UTC | 303 min |
| Partial (umbral) | May 26, 2021, 5:44 AM ET 2021-05-26 09:44 UTC | May 26, 2021, 8:52 AM ET 2021-05-26 12:52 UTC | 188 min |
| Total | May 26, 2021, 7:09 AM ET 2021-05-26 11:09 UTC | May 26, 2021, 7:27 AM ET 2021-05-26 11:27 UTC | 18 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: Mexico City, Tokyo and Sydney. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, May 26, 2021, 7:18 AM ET.)
Total 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 South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Sagittarius–Gemini axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 5°29′ Sagittarius or Gemini.
It is the Full Moon of May 2021.
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 2021 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the total lunar eclipse of May 26, 2021?
The total lunar eclipse peaks at May 26, 2021, 7:18 AM ET (2021-05-26 11:18 UTC) at 5°29′ Sagittarius.
Where is the May 26, 2021 eclipse visible?
In the US: Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Mexico City, 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 303 min, partial (umbral) 188 min, total 18 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
5°29′ Sagittarius on the tropical zodiac, near the South 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 South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Sagittarius–Gemini axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 5°29′ 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.