🌕 2027 lunar eclipse dates and viewing guide

The first lunar eclipse in 2027 will be a subtle penumbral eclipse happening overnight on Feb. 20-21, 2027. This event will be visible across large parts of North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The eclipse starts at 4:12 p.m. EST on Feb. 21, reaching maximum eclipse at 6:12 p.m. EST. There are no total or partial lunar eclipses in 2027, only two penumbral ones. The second penumbral eclipse is scheduled for Aug. 16-17, 2027, offering another chance to watch the sky.