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Argentina Set for Prime Views of March 2–3 Total Lunar Eclipse

Astronomers expect about 80–82 minutes of totality as Earth’s atmosphere filters sunlight and turns the Moon a deep red.

Overview

  • From much of Argentina, all phases will be visible, with the penumbral stage starting around 5:44, the peak near 8:34, and the event ending about 11:22 (local time).
  • Time and Date estimates that roughly 2.5 billion people can see the total phase and about 176 million can watch the entire eclipse in all stages.
  • The full event spans more than five hours when penumbral and partial phases are included, offering an extended viewing window.
  • Some outlets note duration differences by location and method, with certain calculations citing about 58 minutes of effective totality in specific areas.
  • Lunar eclipses are safe to view without eye protection, and observers are advised to seek dark, clear skies and consider tripods or night modes for photography while monitoring cloud forecasts.