Penumbral lunar eclipse of May 7, 2031
The penumbral lunar eclipse peaks at May 6, 2031, 11:50 PM ET (2031-05-07 03:50 UTC) at 16°32′ Scorpio.
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Penumbral lunar eclipse in ♏︎ Scorpio · North Node ☊︎ · Moon in the faint outer shadow only.
Visible from the US: New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.
Greatest eclipse in local time
| Place | Local time |
|---|---|
| New York | Tue, May 6, 11:50 PM EDT |
| Chicago | Tue, May 6, 10:50 PM CDT |
| Denver | Tue, May 6, 9:50 PM MDT |
| Los Angeles | Tue, May 6, 8:50 PM PDT |
| London | Wed, May 7, 4:50 AM GMT+1 |
| Sydney | Wed, May 7, 1:50 PM GMT+10 |
Eclipse stages
| Stage | Begins | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penumbral | May 6, 2031, 9:51 PM ET 2031-05-07 01:51 UTC | May 7, 2031, 1:49 AM ET 2031-05-07 05:49 UTC | 238 min |
A penumbral eclipse only dims the Moon slightly; most people will not notice it.
Where to see it
In the US: New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. Elsewhere: Mexico City, São Paulo, London, Madrid and Lagos. (Moon above the horizon at mid-eclipse, May 6, 2031, 11:50 PM ET.)
Penumbral lunar eclipse in Scorpio: astrology meaning
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around shared money, secrets and emotional depth (Scorpio), with the Sun opposite in Taurus. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Scorpio–Taurus axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 16°32′ Scorpio or Taurus.
It is the Full Moon of May 2031.
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 2031 eclipses · Eclipse data 1950–2050 (CSV) · Methodology
Frequently asked questions
When is the penumbral lunar eclipse of May 7, 2031?
The penumbral lunar eclipse peaks at May 6, 2031, 11:50 PM ET (2031-05-07 03:50 UTC) at 16°32′ Scorpio.
Where is the May 7, 2031 eclipse visible?
In the US: New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. Elsewhere: Mexico City, São Paulo, London, Madrid and Lagos. 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 and Los Angeles.
How long does it last?
Stages: penumbral 238 min.
What zodiac sign is the eclipse in?
16°32′ Scorpio on the tropical zodiac, near the North Node. The Sun is opposite in Taurus.
What does this eclipse mean in astrology?
A lunar eclipse is a supercharged Full Moon. Astrologers read it as a culmination or release around shared money, secrets and emotional depth (Scorpio), with the Sun opposite in Taurus. It falls near the North Node, traditionally the side of the axis linked to growth and new direction. The Scorpio–Taurus axis matters most if you have planets or angles within a few degrees of 16°32′ Scorpio or Taurus.
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.