Partial Lunar Eclipse to Grace Moroccan Skies
A captivating astronomical event is set to unfold in Morocco during the night of Thursday, August 27 to Friday, August 28, 2026, as a partial lunar eclipse will be visible across various cities of the Kingdom. This remarkable phenomenon, contingent upon favorable weather conditions, can be observed before dawn from locations such as Agadir, Casablanca, El Jadida, Fès, Marrakech, Rabat, and Tanger.
According to data from Timeanddate, the timing of the eclipse's visibility will remain consistent; however, the duration of observation will differ based on the moon's setting time, which is anticipated around 7:10 AM in Casablanca, 7:13 AM in Marrakech, 7:00 AM in Tanger, and 7:21 AM in Agadir. The NASA explanation states that a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth positions itself between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow over the lunar surface. The upcoming eclipse is expected to be particularly pronounced, with nearly 94% of the Moon engulfed in Earth's shadow at the peak of the event.
Timing and Phases of the Eclipse
The celestial spectacle will commence at approximately 2:23 AM Moroccan time with a penumbral phase, leading to a subtle darkening of the Moon. Following this, a partial phase will begin at 3:33 AM, during which Earth's shadow will gradually become more discernible on the lunar disk, peaking at around 5:12 AM. The eclipse will continue until approximately 6:51 AM, though the precise duration of visibility will vary depending on the lunar setting times in different regions.
As reported by snrtnews.com.
