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- Bahrain will have an experience
Total lunar eclipse With the eclipse appearing from 7:28 pm to 10:56 pm on Sunday, September 7, 2025; Peak totality (“blood moon” phase) will run for about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
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Lunar eclipse It occurs when the Earth’s shadow falls on the moon, blocks direct sunlight and turns the moon into dark red color from the earth.
- This phenomenon can be safely seen with naked eyes or photographed using cameras or phones with some basic techniques, no special equipment is required, but a tripod and plan helps clearly catch the spectacle.
Bahrain is ready to look at a rare and amazing astronomical event on the evening of September 7, 2025, which is a total lunar eclipse that appears across the state for more than five hours. Since 2018, the country’s first full “blood moon” phenomenon, the eclipse, will cast the moon in a dark red during its peak, which attracts both both skyvocators and astrophotographers equally. With full visibility, ideal conditions and cultural significance bound to Islamic traditions, eclipse promises a night of science, peace and spectacle.
What is a lunar eclipse?
A lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon that occurs when the Earth directly moves between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth’s shadow to fall on the surface of the moon. It occurs only during a full moon, when the sun, earth and moon are aligned in a straight line (known as “syzygy”). When the central shade (umbrella) of the Earth completely covers the moon, it is called a total lunar eclipse. During overall, the sunlight refracted through the Earth’s atmosphere bathes the moon in a copper-red light, leading to the popular word “blood moon”.In contrast to a solar eclipse (in which the eye protection is required and visible from only a few places), a lunar eclipse can be seen from anywhere with the naked eye and is completely safe to see.
Description of 2025 total lunar eclipse in Bahrain
- Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025
- Duration: The eclipse lasts about 5 hours and 27 minutes from beginning to end, with a total phase (full coverage) to about 1 hour and 22 minutes.
- Visibility: The entire eclipse will appear from Bahrain, the moon with the moon will turn into dark red at its peak – a rare scene not seen in Bahrain since July 2018 and did not expect again until 2028.
Major time for Bahrain (local time):
- Totality (blood moon): Almost. 7:49 am to 9:11 pm.
The event also aligns with Salat al-Khusf (eclipse prayer), which is important for both scientific and cultural reasons.
How to inspect the eclipse and get photographed
Seeing the eclipse
- No particular equipment is required to enjoy lunar eclipse, watch it safely with naked eyes.
- For close view or extended expansion, binoculars or a small telescope are helpful.
- If the sky is clear, find a place with minimal light pollution for the best view.
How to capture lunar eclipse1. For smartphone users:
- Stabilize: Use a tripod or steady surface; Lunar eclipse photos are challenging in low light and any shake will blur the image.
- Close the flash and consider the landmark or silhouette in your frame for reference.
- Carefully zoom: Use optical zoom if available, digital zoom can reduce image quality.
- Night mode: If available, activate your phone’s night or astrophotography mode.
2. For DSLR or Mirrorless cameras:
- Lens: A telephoto lens (300 mm or more) will capture the close-up details; A wide-angle lens can show the moon in the landscape.
- Tipi: It is still necessary to keep the camera during long exposure.
Camera Settings:
- Start with ISO 400 and a wide aperture (F/5.6 or broad). As the moon is dark during totality, you may need to increase ISO or expand the exposure time.
- Manual focus set is recommended for infinity.
- Use cable release or self-timer to avoid camera shake.
- Bracket Your Shots: Take several exposures at different shutter speeds to catch both the bright and slow stages of the eclipse.
- Continuous shots: You can take a series of images at regular intervals to document various eclipse stages and create a overall later.
General Suggestion:
- Plan your creations before the eclipse using the forecast of moonlight and direction.
- Practice one or two forward your setup to be comfortable with camera settings in low light.
- Charge your battery and clean your memory card in advance.
The total lunar eclipse of September 7, 2025 offers Bahrain residents and visitors a rare opportunity to see one of the most magnificent astronomical events of nature, which is correct from its own backyard. Whether you simply stare at the moon or aim to take a picture of its changing stages, experience promises to be both inspiring and memorable. Remember to prepare further for the best view, check time, and enjoy a safe, amazing night under “blood moon”.,
Fasting
- 1. What is blood moon?
A blood moon is a total lunar eclipse during which the moon changes a red color as it passes through the shadow of the Earth. - 2. Why does the moon turn red during the blood moon?
The Earth’s atmosphere bends filters and sunlight, spreads blue lights and reaches the red light to the moon, giving it a copper-red glow. - 3. Is it safe to see a blood moon?
Yes, unlike a solar eclipse, a blood moon can be safely seen with naked eyes without protecting a particular eye. - 4. How many times does the blood moon occur?
The blood moon occurs irregularly, on average with 2 to 4 total lunar eclipses visible from Earth per year. - 5. Do I need special equipment to see or take photos of blood moon?
It does not require any particular gear to see, but using telescopes, telescopes or cameras with tripod may increase the quality of viewing and photography.
