During a total lunar eclipse, the whole of the lunar disc enters the Earth's umbra, so lucky Moon gazers will be able to see a full, reddish Moon. ... After about 14 minutes, the Moon will move out of Earth's umbra and back into its penumbra. In total, the lunar eclipse will last a few hours.

What happens during a lunar eclipse *?

During a lunar eclipse, Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the sunlight falling on the Moon. ... A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon and Sun are on opposite sides of Earth. A partial lunar eclipse happens when only part of Earth's shadow covers the Moon.

What is the correct order during a lunar eclipse?

Lunar eclipses work the same way in a different order: Moon, Earth and Sun all on a line. In this case the Earth's shadow hides the Moon from view.