Gerhana Bulan Total “Blood Moon” juga Bisa Dilihat dari Indonesia, Wilayah Mana Saja?

Summary

A total lunar eclipse will reach its peak on Friday, March 14, 2025, but unfortunately, the blood moon phase will not be visible in Indonesia. This is because the peak will occur while Indonesia is experiencing daylight. However, some regions in Indonesia, particularly in the east, will witness the penumbral phase of the eclipse. The total lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align, casting Earth's shadow on the Moon. The eclipse will be visible in Indonesia’s eastern regions around the evening, and although it can be seen with the naked eye, using a telescope would provide better views.

Takeaways

• 😀 The total lunar eclipse will reach its peak on Friday, March 14, 2025.
• 😀 The 'blood moon' phase, where the moon turns red, will not be visible in Indonesia during its peak.
• 😀 The lunar eclipse peak is visible only in regions experiencing nighttime.
• 😀 Indonesia will be in the daytime during the peak, so it won't see the blood moon directly.
• 😀 However, some regions in Indonesia will be able to witness the penumbral phase of the total lunar eclipse.
• 😀 The penumbral phase is the last phase before the total lunar eclipse ends.
• 😀 The total lunar eclipse will occur from 10:57 AM to 5:00 PM Western Indonesian Time (WIB).
• 😀 Only Eastern Indonesia will be able to see the final phase of the eclipse around the evening.
• 😀 People in Eastern Indonesia can observe the eclipse with the naked eye, but using optical tools like telescopes can enhance the view.
• 😀 The total lunar eclipse consists of five phases: penumbral, partial, peak, partial end, and penumbral end.

Q & A

When will the total lunar eclipse reach its peak?

The total lunar eclipse will reach its peak on Friday, March 14, 2025.

Why will the blood moon phase not be visible from Indonesia?

The blood moon phase will not be visible in Indonesia because it will occur while Indonesia is experiencing daytime, and the eclipse will only be visible during the night in regions on the opposite side of the Earth.

Who is Thomas Jamaluddin, and what did he explain about the lunar eclipse?

Thomas Jamaluddin is a researcher in astronomy and astrophysics at the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN). He explained that the blood moon phase can only be observed in regions experiencing nighttime, not in Indonesia, which will be in daylight during the peak phase.

What is the penumbra phase of a lunar eclipse?

The penumbra phase is the final phase of the lunar eclipse, just before it ends. During this phase, the moon passes through the Earth's outer shadow, causing a slight dimming but not the dramatic red appearance of the blood moon.

Which regions of Indonesia will be able to see the lunar eclipse?

Only regions in eastern Indonesia will be able to witness the penumbra phase of the lunar eclipse.

What time will the total lunar eclipse begin and end in Indonesia?

The total lunar eclipse will begin at 10:57 AM WIB (Western Indonesian Time) and end at 5:00 PM WIB on Friday, March 14, 2025.

How can people in eastern Indonesia view the eclipse?

People in eastern Indonesia will be able to view the eclipse with the naked eye, but for a better view, it is recommended to use optical instruments such as telescopes.

What is the total duration of the lunar eclipse in Indonesia?

The total lunar eclipse will last for several hours, starting at 10:57 AM WIB and ending at 5:00 PM WIB on March 14, 2025.

Why is the blood moon visible in some parts of the world and not in Indonesia?

The blood moon is visible only in areas where it is nighttime during the eclipse. Indonesia, being in the daytime at the time of the eclipse's peak, will not be able to see the red moon.

What phases are involved in a total lunar eclipse?

A total lunar eclipse consists of five phases: the initial penumbra phase, the partial phases, the peak (total eclipse) phase, the final partial phase, and the concluding penumbra phase.