Here’s everything to know before seeing the upcoming lunar eclipse in Alberta

There’s a lunar eclipse coming up at the end of this month, and it’s going to be visible from all over North America — with Alberta getting some of the best views.

This August, you’ll be able to see a partial lunar eclipse all across North America. Although it is technically labelled a partial eclipse, the obscuration percentage, according to Time and Date, is going to be about 94 per cent in most of Alberta. Despite not being a full eclipse, this event is definitely going to look very close to it.

You’re still likely to see a sliver of the silver moon sticking out during this event. However, that won’t take away from the red and orange hues lighting up the sky.

If you’re interested in some of the other celestial events happening this year, you might be interested in our roundup. Though right now, this upcoming lunar eclipse is taking our full focus. So, without further ado, let’s get into everything you need to know about this epic evening show.

When and where can I see the lunar eclipse?

The partial lunar eclipse is officially happening on Aug. 27 and Aug. 28. Usually, the best times to see it are in the evening, but we’re lucky enough to have found the exact times for Albertans looking to take a peek.

According to Time and Date, for those all around Alberta, your best chance to see the lunar eclipse will be between 7:23 p.m. and 1 a.m., with 10:12 p.m. being the prime time for viewing.

As for places to get a good look? You’re going to have no problem with that if you’re in Alberta.

Luckily enough, we’ve lined up some of the best stargazing spots in Alberta for this upcoming event. Not only that, but the province is home to many Dark Sky preserves, which are absolutely perfect for that clear, undisturbed view.

Even if you aren’t close to one of these spots, our best advice is to try to go somewhere with less light pollution. This could be a park, a clearing, or even a short drive out of the city. No matter what, you’re guaranteed to see something.

We couldn’t be more excited for this eclipse. The next lunar eclipse won’t be until February 2027. So, if you don’t want to wait, make sure to mark your calendar for the 27th and 28th.

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