If you miss this total lunar eclipse, the next visible total lunar eclipse in Chicago will be a year from now in March 2026.

Skywatchers across the world will witness the first total lunar eclipse in three years. Here’s who will have the best views—and what gives the moon its eerie red tint.

The coming March 13-14 total lunar eclipse promises to be spectacular — if the weather permits. This "blood moon" — the first to grace Earth's skies since 2022 — will be visible to people in the lower 48 states and greater Americas unless clouds get in the way.