Penumbral Lunar Eclipse 2023 Highlights: Chandra Grahan in India

Penumbral Lunar Eclipse 2023 LIVE updates: Watch the first Chandra Grahan of this year here; know all about the impact on zodiac signs, city-wise time and more

Penumbral Lunar Eclipse 2023 LIVE: Watch first Chandra Grahan of this year, impact on zodiac signs, city-wise time, more (Photo by Ramiro Martinez on Unsplash )

There will be several penumbral lunar eclipses in 2023 but the first penumbral lunar eclipse of 2023 is the one which occurred on May 5-6 . It's important to note that the visibility and timing of lunar eclipses can vary depending on your location and the weather conditions so, to ensure the best viewing experience, we got you sorted with local astronomical societies and online resources for specific details about lunar eclipses in your area. ...Read More

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• 5 May 2023, 10:50:03 PM IST

  Penumbral lunar eclipse seen over Nepal sky

  The penumbral lunar eclipse was seen over the Nepali sky on the full moon day.The lunar eclipse started at 8:59 PM (Local Time) on Friday and will continue till 1:16 AM (Local Time) Saturday.

• 5 May 2023, 09:31:46 PM IST

  1st lunar eclipse of 2023 dims full moon ever so slightly

  Stargazers in Asia and Australia had the best seats for the year's first lunar eclipse. The four-hour eclipse got underway late Friday or early Saturday, depending on the location, as the moon slipped into the fringes of Earth's shadow.

• 5 May 2023, 09:09:05 PM IST

  Stunning full moon spotted in Lucknow

  

  Spectacular full moon spotted in Lucknow, ahead of the lunar eclipse (Photo by Deepak Gupta/Hindustan Times)

  Penumbral lunar eclipse begins in India and can be seen till 1:01am, May 6. You can enjoy the special celestial event for another 4 hours.

• 5 May 2023, 09:02:21 PM IST

  Do you believe in these lunar eclipse myths?

  There are several myths and misconceptions associated with lunar eclipses. In many societies, it is said that pregnent women should stay indoors during lunar eclipse. People are also advised to avoid meals during ther eclipse and also not take bath. Physicists, however, debunk all the myths associated with lunar eclipse.

• 5 May 2023, 08:57:00 PM IST

  Buddha Purnima's full moon coincides with penumbral lunar eclipse

  

  Full moon in Lucknow (Deepak Gupta/Hindustan Times)

  Buddha Purnima's full moon coincides with penumbral lunar eclipse on May 5. You can watch the ongoing celestial event till 1:01 am, May 6.

• 5 May 2023, 08:51:29 PM IST

  Chandra Grahan begins in India

  Chandra Grahan begins in India. Stay tuned for live updates.

• 5 May 2023, 08:41:43 PM IST

  Spectacular full moon captured in Lucknow

  

  Full moon in Lucknow (Photo by Deepak Gupta/Hindustan Times)

  Full moon captured in the background of Gautam Buddha's statue in Lucknow's Gomti Nagar area on Buddha Purnima. Penumbral lunar eclipse is about to begin starting from 8:44 pm IST

• 5 May 2023, 08:33:28 PM IST

  How does a penumbral eclipse starts and ends

  Penumbral lunar eclipse starts when the penumbral part of Earth's shadow starts moving over the Moon. It is not easy to see this phase of the eclipse with naked eye. Penumbral eclipse ends when Earth's shadow completely moves away from the Moon.

• 5 May 2023, 08:19:46 PM IST

  How penumbral lunar eclipse is different from total or partial eclipse

  Penumbral lunar eclipse is one of the three types of lunar eclipse when only the more diffused outer shadow of the Earth – the penumbra – falls on the moon’s face. This eclipse is considered much more subtle, and much more difficult to observe than the other two types -- total or partial eclipse.

• 5 May 2023, 08:06:53 PM IST

  What is a flower moon?

  May's full moon is also called flower moon due to the abundance of flowers during spring time. Planting moon, hare moon, milk moon are some of the other names given to it. This year flower moon is coinciding with penumbral lunar eclipse.

• 5 May 2023, 07:59:00 PM IST

  Less than 1 hour to go

  India to witness the first lunar eclipse of the year in less than an hour on 8:44 pm. You don't need any special equipment to watch a lunar eclipse. Binoculars or a telescope will help enhance the view.

• 5 May 2023, 07:58:18 PM IST

  The next lunar eclipse

  The next lunar eclipse is scheduled for October 28-29 this year. It will be a partial lunar eclipse. It will be visible in Europe and most of Asia and Africa, and will be seen rising over the extreme eastern Americas, and setting over Australia.

• 5 May 2023, 06:44:13 PM IST

  Lunar eclipse: 2 hours to go

  Keep your binocular ready! Penumbral Lunar eclipse will be visible in India in two hours, starting 8:44 pm. It will end at 1.01 am on May 6 giving people a little more than 4 hours to enjoy the celestial event.

• 5 May 2023, 06:13:20 PM IST

  Penumbral Lunar Eclipse: Watch the livestream

• 5 May 2023, 05:30:39 PM IST

  What is a penumbral lunar eclipse?

  In a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse, the Moon passes into the lighter outer region of the Earth's shadow, called the Penumbra. This is an area where the Earth appears to cover part of the Sun's disk but not all of it. This means when the Moon is within the Penumbra, it receives less light from the Sun and is dimmed but still remains somewhat illuminated. This type of eclipse could easily be mistaken for a regular full moon.

• 5 May 2023, 04:29:18 PM IST

  When and how to watch penumbral lunar eclipse in India?

  

  Lunar eclipse 2023: How to watch (Photo by Abed Ismail on Unsplash)

  It is safe to directly view the penumbral lunar eclipse although it would be tough to spot with naked eye. It is advised to use telescopes or binoculars to improve the visibility. In India, you can watch it 8:44 pm onwards on May 5; the eclipse will reach its maximum point at 10:52 pm. It will be visible till 1:01 am on May 6.

• 5 May 2023, 04:12:14 PM IST

  City-Wise Timings of Penumbral Lunar Eclipse

  New Delhi: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Mumbai: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Gurugram: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Hyderabad: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Bengaluru: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Chennai: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Kolkata: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Bhopal: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Chandigarh: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Patna: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Ahmedabad: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Visakhapatnam: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Guwahati: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Ranchi: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Imphal: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

  Itanagar: 8:44 pm (May 5) to 1:01 am (May 6)

• 5 May 2023, 04:04:37 PM IST

  Is penumbral lunar eclipse significant for Hindu religious activities?

  

  Lunar eclipse 2023 (Himanshu Vyas / Hindustan Times)

  While eclipses usually have a religious significance in Hinduism, as per drikpanchang.com, penumberal lunar eclipse will not be considered for religious activities as it is not visible to the naked eye and hence no specific riuals need to be performed around Chandra Grahan.

• 5 May 2023, 03:53:14 PM IST

  First lunar eclipse of the year coincides with Buddha Purnima

  

  The first lunar eclipse of the year coincides with Buddha Purnima (Unsplash)

  The first lunar eclipse of the year coincides with Buddha Purnima, the birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha observed every year on full moon day in the month of Vaisakh. The day is celebrated by Hindus and Buddhists around the world.

• 5 May 2023, 03:40:17 PM IST

  Why is it difficult to spot penumbral eclipse?

  While viewing most lunar eclipses requires little efforts, a penumbral lunar eclipse could be much harder to spot. This is because, in a penumbral lunar eclipse, the moon passes through the fainter, outer part of Earth's shadow. The eclipsed moon in this case can look like a regular full moon.

• 5 May 2023, 03:00:40 PM IST

  Lunar Eclipse 2023: Will India see first Chandra Grahan of 2023? Penumbral Lunar Eclipse explained and more details

  Lunar Eclipse 2023: The Penumbral Lunar Eclipse falls on May 5. Click here to find out if India will witness the first Chandra Grahan of 2023 and what is Penumbral Eclipse.

• 5 May 2023, 02:20:33 PM IST

  Lunar Eclipse 2023 on May 5: Indian cities that will witness Chandra Grahan, city-wise timing of Penumbral Lunar Eclipse

  The first Lunar Eclipse of 2023 falls on May 5. Click here to know which Indian cities will witness the Penumbral Chandra Grahan and city-wise time.

• 5 May 2023, 01:19:56 PM IST

  Lunar Eclipse on May 5, 2023: Time for emotional breakthroughs for these sun signs

  May 5, 2023 lunar eclipse is a game-changing astrological moment that will bring up emotional issues and stir up intense energies for these sun signs. Click here to read on and know more

• 5 May 2023, 01:19:00 PM IST

  Letting go for some and new romances for others, impact of lunar eclipse May 5, 2023 on love life of sun signs

  Click here to find out how will Full Moon Lunar Eclipse of 5 May, 2023 or Full Flower Moon affect each zodiac sign and their relationships

• 5 May 2023, 01:17:06 PM IST

  Lunar eclipse 2023: Date, time and how to watch the first Chandra Grahan or Penumbral Lunar Eclipse of the year

  Lunar eclipse 2023: Know all about the date, time and how to watch the first Chandra Grahan or Full Flower Moon and Penumbral Lunar Eclipse of this year