The first total lunar eclipse of the year will take place on March 14, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). However, people in Pakistan will not be able to see this celestial event.
The eclipse is expected to start at 8:57 AM Pakistan Standard Time (PST) when the moon begins to pass through the Earth’s shadow. The total eclipse—when the moon is completely covered—will begin at 11:26 AM and reach its peak at 11:59 AM. The entire event will continue for several hours, gradually ending by 3:00 PM.
Although the eclipse won’t be visible in Pakistan, people in other parts of the world will be able to witness it. The lunar eclipse will be seen across Europe, several Asian countries, Australia, Africa, and North and South America.
This particular total lunar eclipse is also special because it coincides with the third full moon of the year, commonly known as the ‘Worm Moon’. This name comes from old folklore, referring to the time of year when earthworms begin to appear in the soil as winter fades, marking the arrival of spring.
Even though Pakistanis won’t be able to watch the eclipse directly, astronomy enthusiasts can follow live streams and updates from international space agencies to experience this spectacular natural phenomenon.
