Residents in Burlington, Ontario, will have a rare chance to see the moon turn a deep coppery red during a total lunar eclipse in the early morning of Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This event, often called a “blood moon,” happens when the Earth moves directly between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow that changes the moon’s appearance for nearly an hour.
According to Time and Date, the moon will enter its total eclipse phase at 6:04 AM and reach its darkest point at 6:33 AM. Because the moon sets at 6:50 AM, viewers in the city will only see a portion of the red phase before the moon disappears below the western horizon.
To get the best view, residents should find an open area with a clear look toward the west-northwest, such as LaSalle Park or Mount Nemo. Early forecasts from The Weather Network suggest clear or partly clear skies, though visibility will depend on local cloud cover and finding a spot away from bright city lights.
This is the last total lunar eclipse visible from the region until late 2028. The event also falls on the same day as the Hindu festival of Holi and the full “Worm Moon,” making it a notable morning for many in the local community.
