The final lunar eclipse of 2023 is poised to grace various regions of the world, including Pakistan, with its presence.
As reported by Earth Sky, this lunar eclipse will manifest as a partial penumbral lunar eclipse, marking the second and final occurrence of this celestial event in 2023.
This lunar eclipse comes just a fortnight after the last solar eclipse of the year, which occurred on October 14. Prior to this, a lunar eclipse was witnessed in May of this year.
Where will it be visible?
The lunar eclipse will be observable in multiple parts of the world, spanning Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, North America, North/East South America, the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Arctic, and Antarctica.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has indicated that the lunar eclipse will commence in Pakistan on Saturday at 11:02 pm local time, reaching its peak at 01:14 am and concluding at 03:26 am on Sunday.
What is a lunar eclipse?
Lunar eclipses occur when the Earth positions itself between the sun and the moon. These phenomena take place during a full moon, offering a captivating spectacle in the night sky.
