Total Lunar Eclipse to be Visible Across Texas on March 13-14

SAN ANGELO, TX - A total lunar eclipse will be visible across Texas in the early hours of March 14, 2025, with the event beginning at approximately 10:57 p.m. CT on March 13 and lasting until 5 a.m. CT., according to NASA. 

Texans are expected to have an unobstructed view of the eclipse, which will peak at 1:58 a.m. CT, displaying the reddish-orange hue that gives the phenomenon its “Blood Moon” nickname.

This will be the first total lunar eclipse since November 2022, and you can view the event without any special equipment. If you miss this eclipse, the next total lunar eclipse visible in the U.S. will occur on March 3, 2026.

A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth’s shadow completely blocks the sun’s light from reaching the moon, causing the moon to take on a reddish tint. 

The “Blood Moon” holds varying meanings across different cultures and religions. In Christianity, it is often linked to the end times, while some Native American tribes see it as a time for reflection and renewal. In contrast, Hinduism typically views lunar eclipses as inauspicious, with many observing the event by praying and fasting. The eclipse also holds significance in Islam, where Muslims may engage in special prayers called Salat al-Khusuf.