Chandra Grahan 2026 in India: Date, Timings & Where to See It

Chandra Grahan 2026 in India: Date, Timings & Where to See It.

New Delhi, India — March 1, 2026 – A rare and spectacular Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse) will be visible in India later this week. Skywatchers and festival-goers alike are preparing to witness this unique celestial event that coincides with the festival of Holi this year.

🌕 Chandra Grahan Date & Time (India Standard Time)

• 📅 Date: March 3, 2026

• 🕒 Eclipse begins: ~3:20 PM IST (partial phase)

• 🕓 Total lunar eclipse (peak): Around 4:34 PM – 5:33 PM IST

• 🌙 Moonrise visibility: Around 6:20 PM – 6:30 PM IST in most parts of India

• 🕖 Eclipse ends: ~6:47 PM IST

Because the moon rises later in the evening in many cities, only the later phases of the eclipse will be visible with the naked eye in much of India.

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🛰️ Visibility Across India

The eclipse will be more easily visible in Northeastern India, while other regions will see the Moon already partly eclipsed at moonrise:

🌆 Cities with good visibility timing estimates:

• Delhi: ~6:22 PM
• Mumbai: ~6:42 PM
• Kolkata: ~5:32 PM
• Hyderabad: ~6:26 PM
• Bengaluru: ~6:28 PM
• Guwahati & Shillong (Northeast): ~5:27 PM

In states farther west, skywatchers will mainly catch the late stages after moonrise.

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🌙 What You’ll See

This Chandra Grahan is a total lunar eclipse, sometimes called a “Blood Moon” because the Moon can turn a reddish hue when Earth’s shadow fully covers it.

Although India will not see the entire eclipse from start to finish, the visible portion at moonrise will still be striking, especially if the skies are clear.

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🧐 How to Watch

• No special eye protection is required for lunar eclipses — they’re safe to view with the naked eye.
• Find a location with a clear view of the eastern horizon after sunset.
• A pair of binoculars or a small telescope can enhance the view but isn’t essential.

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🌟 Whether you’re celebrating Holi or simply looking up at the night sky, the Chandra Grahan on March 3, 2026 promises to be a memorable astronomical event for people across India.

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