Full “Blood Worm Moon” arrives with a lunar eclipse

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) – Get ready for an incredible night sky event, but you’ll need to stay up late to see it. March’s full “Blood Worm Moon” will grace the night sky with a total lunar eclipse, giving it a stunning reddish hue.

When to Watch the Total Lunar Eclipse

The full moon reaches peak illumination at 2:59 a.m. ET on Friday, March 14, 2025, but the real magic happens just before that, as the total lunar eclipse unfolds late Thursday night into early Friday morning. Here’s a breakdown of the key times to watch:

  • Noticeable Dimming Begins: 1:09 a.m. (Friday, March 14)
  • Total Eclipse (Blood Moon)…

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