On March 3, 2026, the first total lunar eclipse of the year captivated skywatchers worldwide, including in Pakistan. The eclipse began with a penumbral phase at 1:44 PM PKT, transitioning to partial visibility at 2:50 PM, and reaching totality at 4:05 PM, peaking at 4:34 PM when the moon was fully submerged in Earth's shadow. The entire event concluded by 7:23 PM PKT, with the moon taking on a characteristic reddish hue, commonly referred to as a 'Blood Moon.' The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) confirmed that while the full eclipse was observable in many regions, it was partially visible in Pakistan due to daylight conditions during earlier phases.
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Pakistan Witnesses First Total Lunar Eclipse Blood Moon Today
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The first total lunar eclipse of 2026, known as a 'Blood Moon,' occurred on March 3, visible in Pakistan and globally. The total phase peaked at 4:34 PM PKT, with the entire event concluding by 7:23 PM PKT.
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