Total lunar eclipse of March 3, 2026
The total lunar eclipse peaks at Mar 3, 2026, 6:33 AM ET (2026-03-03 11:33 UTC) at 12°52′ Virgo.
Past eclipse
Total lunar eclipse in ♍︎ Virgo · South Node ☋︎ · 59 min of totality.
Visible from the US: Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Tue, Mar 3, 6:33 AM EST |
| Chicago | Tue, Mar 3, 5:33 AM CST |
| Denver | Tue, Mar 3, 4:33 AM MST |
| Los Angeles | Tue, Mar 3, 3:33 AM PST |
| London | Tue, Mar 3, 11:33 AM GMT |
| Sydney | Tue, Mar 3, 10:33 PM GMT+11 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | Mar 3, 2026, 3:44 AM ET 2026-03-03 08:44 UTC | Mar 3, 2026, 9:23 AM ET 2026-03-03 14:23 UTC | 339 min |
| Partial (umbral) | Mar 3, 2026, 4:49 AM ET 2026-03-03 09:49 UTC | Mar 3, 2026, 8:17 AM ET 2026-03-03 13:17 UTC | 208 min |
| Total | Mar 3, 2026, 6:03 AM ET 2026-03-03 11:03 UTC | Mar 3, 2026, 7:03 AM ET 2026-03-03 12:03 UTC | 59 min |
The Moon darkens visibly during the partial stage and turns copper-red during totality.
Where to see it
In the US: Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Mexico City, Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, Mar 3, 2026, 6:33 AM ET.)
Total 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 South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Virgo–Pisces axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 12°52′ Virgo or Pisces.
It is the Full Moon of March 2026: see the full Moon March 2026 for its void-of-course window and Moon name.
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 2026 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the total lunar eclipse of March 3, 2026?
The total lunar eclipse peaks at Mar 3, 2026, 6:33 AM ET (2026-03-03 11:33 UTC) at 12°52′ Virgo.
Where is the March 3, 2026 eclipse visible?
In the US: Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu. Elsewhere: Mexico City, 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 Chicago, Los Angeles and Honolulu.
How long does it last?
Stages: penumbral 339 min, partial (umbral) 208 min, total 59 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
12°52′ Virgo on the tropical zodiac, near the South 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 South Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to letting go and endings. The Virgo–Pisces axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 12°52′ 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.