Lunar eclipse spectacle over the OWL region: Essential details about the striking blood moon event in photography and weather aspects
The night sky over Germany was ablaze with a breathtaking spectacle on September 7th, as the country experienced a total lunar eclipse, also known as a 'blood moon'. This event, one of the longest lunar eclipses visible in Germany since 2022, captivated stargazers across the nation.
For those eager to capture the celestial event, a telephoto lens was considered the best choice for lunar eclipse photography, although a manual lens could also be used effectively. Key settings included a short shutter speed, an ISO value between 400 and 800, and manual focus adjustment. It was also recommended to scout a suitable location a few days beforehand.
The public observation of this awe-inspiring event was held by the Planetarium Society Ostwestfalen-Lippe in Delbrück from 7:45 PM to approximately 9:00 PM. Other viewing events took place across Ostwestfalen-Lippe, with the Public Observatory Hannover opening its doors from 8:15 PM. The main phase of the eclipse began at 7:30 PM, with maximum eclipse at 8:11 PM.
The Moon, during the total phase of a lunar eclipse, appears in a reddish color, a phenomenon known as a 'blood moon'. This occurs when the Earth is positioned between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth to block sunlight from reaching the Moon. During a total lunar eclipse, the Moon fully enters the Earth's umbra. In a partial lunar eclipse, only part of the Moon enters the Earth's umbra.
The total lunar eclipse of September 7th was visible across Asia, Europe, and Africa. For those unable to attend a public viewing event, the Natural Science Association Osnabrück offered a live total lunar eclipse observation on their website.
As the Moon returned to its normal glow, stargazers were left in awe of the mesmerising sight they had witnessed. The next major astronomical event is a total lunar eclipse on September 7, 2025, visible in Central Europe; shortly after, Saturn reaches its opposition on September 21, 2025, making it the brightest and closest for the year.
Later in November 2025, notable events include Saturn's ring edge-on view, Titan transits across Saturn, a close lunar conjunction with Jupiter on November 9-10, and the Leonids meteor shower peak on November 16-17. On September 21, Saturn will be visible in the night sky over Germany. The next total solar eclipse will occur in Europe on August 12, and it will be visible in northern Spain and the Balearic Islands.
It's worth noting that during any solar observation, special glasses are necessary for safe viewing to prevent damage to the eyes. As we look forward to these future astronomical events, let's remember to cherish these moments under the stars, as they serve as a reminder of the beauty and mystery of our universe.
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