Experience this astronomical phenomenon! If you are a fan of astronomy, the moon, and eclipses, we have great news for you. On March 3, , you will be able to see the total lunar eclipse from Guadalajara and the rest of the country.
This eclipse will also occur when the moon reaches its highest point in the sky, so its first phase will begin at 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
This is the first blood moon of the year, when the moon will take on a reddish color and will be visible without the need for special instruments. We’ll tell you more!
🌖 More information on how to view the lunar eclipse in Guadalajara
If you want to enjoy this great phenomenon, here’s when each phase will occur:
- Start of the partial phase: 3:50 a.m. (the moon begins to enter the dark shadow).
- Start of Totality: 5:04 a.m. (the Moon turns red).
- Maximum point: 5:33 a.m. (time of greatest intensity of the reddish color).
- End of Totality: 6:02 a.m. (the moon begins to emerge from total shadow).
- Moonrise: Around 6:54 a.m. (the eclipse will end around sunrise as the moon sets on the western horizon)
We also recommend that you take the following into account:
- No protection needed: Unlike solar eclipses, this one is 100% safe for your eyes. You can use binoculars or basic telescopes to better see the details of the craters during the red phase.
- Weather: March is usually a clear month in Guadalajara, but remember that at 5:00 a.m. the temperature can drop, so bring something light for the cold.
Photography: If you want to take photos with your cell phone, use a tripod. The total phase is very dark, and any movement will cause the photo to be blurry.
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