Overview
- NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio released new U.S. visibility maps with exact local times—such as 3:04–4:02 a.m. PST and 6:04–7:02 a.m. EST—and confirmed roughly 58 minutes of totality, the last such event until Dec. 31, 2028, with North America’s next strong view on June 26, 2029.
- On March 3, the eclipse will be visible across Earth’s night side, with the western United States best positioned for the full sequence and many eastern locations seeing the totally eclipsed moon setting.
- Viewing requires no eye protection, and binoculars or a small telescope will enhance the copper-red detail; a dark location and clear horizon will improve the experience.
- In India, the eclipse coincides with Holi, with Drik Panchang listing totality from 4:35–5:33 p.m. IST (maximum at 5:04 p.m.), and traditional sutak observances prompting adjustments to color celebrations.
- Seoul’s timetable calls for moonrise at 6:16 p.m., a partial eclipse at 6:49 p.m., and totality from 8:04–9:03 p.m., with science centers and cultural venues organizing public viewing programs.