Total Lunar Eclipse 2026 India Time: Chandra Grahan date, sutak timings, visibility in India, New Zealand, Australia and more

The lunar eclipse or Chandra Grahan will occur on March 3, 2026 and will be the first total lunar eclipse of the year. This will be one of the most exciting and surprising celestial events of March and has skygazers and astronomers excited. But the question is: Will this Lunar Eclipse be visible in India?

Lunar Eclipse 2026: Date, Time, India visibility

Sky watchers and stargazers rejoice – Lunar Eclipse 2026 will be visible in India and you will be able to see the celestial event with the naked eye and also capture the moment with a DSLR. However, you need to be careful about timing because only the last phase of Chandra Grahan will be visible from India. Shadow contact will begin in the early afternoon, when Earth’s penumbral shadow first touches the Moon, giving you just 20 minutes to catch it. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth moves directly between the Sun and the Moon.

Chandra Grahan 2026: Visibility in other countries

The Total Lunar Eclipse will be visible from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, New Zealand, Australia, Antarctica, North and South America, Russia and all of Asia. The eclipse will be visible from the night part of the Earth, but the clearest and longest images are expected from the western half of North America, Australia and parts of the Pacific region. If you are in New York, you will see the Moon turn red.

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Sutak Kaal Timings in India

On March 3, Sutak kaal will start at 06:23

Will there be sutak kaal in India?

Yes, this Total Lunar Eclipse will be sutak kaal as it will be visible from India and people need to be careful during this period. This will undoubtedly have an impact on the Holi event.

How to watch a lunar eclipse?

1. If you are under a clear and pollution-free sky, it is safe to watch with the naked eye and no other equipment is needed.
2. Choose an area with a clear view of the eastern horizon.

3. Use a telescope or binoculars to see more details.

4. Astronomers recommend viewing the event from a location with darkness and clear skies for the best experience.

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