Penumbral lunar eclipse

Witness the subtle and sophisticated beauty of a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse with RAAVANA. Unlike a total eclipse, a penumbral eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the faint, outer part of Earth’s shadow, known as the penumbra. This causes a delicate darkening of the Moon’s surface, creating a unique silver-gray hue that is a delight for astrophotographers and skywatchers alike. At RAAVANA, we provide the high-contrast optical equipment needed to observe these minute changes in lunar luminosity.

Our live session will guide you through the phases of the eclipse, explaining the celestial geometry of the Sun, Earth, and Moon. We will discuss why penumbral eclipses are more frequent yet harder to detect than umbral eclipses, and how atmospheric conditions affect the view. Whether you are observing from your backyard or joining our virtual telescope stream, this event is a perfect opportunity to refine your observational skills and deepen your understanding of our lunar neighbor.