August 2026 Lunar Eclipse Will Peak In Early UTC Hours

A lunar eclipse happens when Earth’s shadow falls across the Moon.

On August 28, 2026, a partial lunar eclipse is expected.

NASA says it will begin at about 2:34 UTC.

It should reach its highest point at about 4:13 UTC.

The partial part will last around three hours and 18 minutes.

The whole eclipse will last more than five hours.

Because it is partial, only part of the Moon will pass through Earth’s shadow.

The article does not say which places will have the best view.