The phenomenon will create a red or orange hue, hence the name Blood Moon.

This is because it will be illuminated by light that has passed through the Earth’s atmosphere and been bent back towards the Moon. 

The full lunar eclipse is expected to be visible from the UK on Sunday, September 7. 

The eclipse’s maximum will occur at 7.33pm, as the eclipse’s actual maximum at 7.11pm happens when the Moon is below the horizon. 

The Moon will then gradually move out of Earth’s shadow until 9.55pm. 

As the Moon will be low on the horizon and difficult to see, find a high point with a clear view to see the most of this eclipse. 

Also, use binoculars or a telescope for a closer look, and use a red torch to preserve your night vision. 

Viewings of the eclipse will depend on the weather, as cloudier conditions make it harder to spot. 

The rare blood moon was also visible across the county in March and was even bigger and brighter than usual. 

What is a Blood Moon?

A Blood Moon is a red coloured full moon that happens during a lunar eclipse. 

This happens when the Earth moves between the moon and the sun, casting a shadow on the moon. 

Then the moon looks red because the light from the sun must pass through the Earth’s atmosphere. 

A Blood Moon can only occur during a full moon, when the sun fully illuminates the moon’s surface.Â