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Will Michigan see a 'blood moon' this weekend? Where you need to be to view lunar eclipse
September will feature a "blood moon" eclipse, but you'll need to travel long distance or view it on your computer screen this weekend.
A total lunar eclipse will occur Sunday, Sept. 7, though it won't be visible in Michigan skies — or even in the U.S., according to Space.com.
Prime viewing is expected in Asia, east Africa and western Australia, along with a chance to glimpse the eclipse in Europe, eastern Australia and New Zealand, the BBC Sky at Night Magazine and Space.com said.
Michigan will, however, see a full moon this weekend under fall-like weather conditions.
Here's what to know about the upcoming eclipse and full moon.
When is the full moon and total lunar eclipse in September 2025?
The total lunar eclipse will take place Sept. 7, 2025, during September's full moon, according to Space.com.
September's full moon is the corn moon, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Can you watch the eclipse from Michigan?
The total lunar eclipse won't appear in Michigan skies, but you'll still have a chance to see the eclipse online.
If you'd like to follow the eclipse, check out Tim
- A total lunar eclipse will be visible in the overnight hours
- The phenomenon is sometimes called a blood moon because the satellite will glow red in the sky
- The next total lunar eclipse is expected in 2026
If you’re willing to lose a petite sleep tonight, you could acquire a chance to witness a rare total lunar eclipse, the first one visible from the United States since November 2022.
The phenomenon is sometimes called a blood moon or a blood worm moon because our cosmic neighbor will glow red-orange.
Here’s what you need to know:
When is the eclipse?
The show gets underway just before midnight Eastern Daylight Time, when the moon enters the outer part of the Earth’s shadow. A partial eclipse follows at 1:09 a.m. Totality begins at 2:26 a.m. and lasts just over an hour, until 3:31 a.m.
What will we see?
The moon will pass through the earth’s shadow and grab on a reddish hue.
Check out this NASA animation:
Why the red color?
We’ll let NASA explain: “The Moon appears red or orange because any sunlight that’s not blocked by our planet is filtered through a thick slice of Earth’s atmosphere on its way to the lunar surfac
Is it too late to see August's sturgeon moon? What to know in Michigan
August's full moon has peaked, but there is still time to see the full moon over Michigan before it starts to wane.
Although August's full moon, known as the sturgeon moon, has peaked, it will still appear full Sunday, Aug. 10, to people who missed it over the weekend.
In addition to the bright moon, Michigan skies will be illuminated by the Perseid meteors streaking overhead. If you miss the meteors this weekend, don't worry; the light show still has a couple more weeks.
Here's everything you need to know about the sturgeon moon and the rest of the full moons in 2025.
When was August's full moon?
August's sturgeon full moon peaked early Saturday morning, Aug. 9, at 3:54 a.m.
When will the moon rise on Aug. 10?
Moonrise on Aug. 10 will vary, depending on where you are in Michigan.
- Moonrise in the Lansing area on Aug. 10 will be about 9:40 p.m., with a peak about 2:30 a.m.
- Moonrise in the Detroit area on Aug. 10 will be about 9:34 p.m., with a peak about 2:26 a.m.
- Moonrise in the Traverse City area will be about 9:47 p.m., with a peak about 2:37 a.m.
- Moonrise in the Sault Ste. Marie area will be a
The next full Moon will occur on September 7, 2025 at 2:09 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (11:09 a.m. Pacific). 2025 is one of those unique years when the September full Moon is known as the Corn Moon rather than the Harvest Moon. (October’s full Moon on October 6, 2025 receives the coveted title of Harvest Moon this year!) This switch occurs approximately every 2-3 years on average, though the last October Harvest Moon occurred in 2020. Our Full Moon Calendar here lists all the full Moon dates, times, and names for this year and next. Share your photos in the comments!
“Corn Moon” Name Meaning
Many American Indian tribes named September’s full Moon in honor of the corn harvest. The Abenaki of the Northeast United States refer to September’s Moon as the “Corn Maker Moon.” The Pueblo and Zuni of the Southwest call it “Moon When the Corn is Taken In” and “Corn is Harvested Moon,” respectively.
Note: Times listed are Eastern Standard (or Eastern Daylight when appropriate).
Full Moon Calendar 2026
Full Moon Date Native American Name Time of Full Moon January 3 Wolf Moon 5:03 AM February 1 Snow Moon 5:09 PM March 3 Wor Buck moon will light up Michigan skies come July. What to know
- The buck moon will peak the afternoon of July 10, 2025.
- The moon's name refers to male deer growing their antlers in July.
Summer is nearly here and the season's first full moon is set to brighten Michigan skies in mid-July.
Look up July 10 to catch a glimpse of the buck moon rising in the evening sky across the mitten state.
Here's what to know:
When does the full moon peak in July 2025?
The full moon will peak at 4:37 p.m. on July 10, 2025.
How did the buck moon get its name?
The name buck moon comes from bucks, or male deer, reaching their antlers' full-growth during this season, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
What phase of the lunar cycle is the moon in now?
The moon is currently in its waning gibbous phase, at 64% illumination, according to Space.com. The moon's phases in July 2025 are:
- New Moon: June 25
- First Quarter: July 2
- Full Moon: July 10
- Last Quarter: July 17
- New Moon: July 24
How far away from Earth is the moon?
The average distance between the Earth and the moon is 238,855 miles, per NASA Space Place.
At its farthest from the Earth, the moon is about 252,088 mile