Clear skies forecast for total lunar eclipse in New Zealand

Sunday 7 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sun 7 Sep 2025, 7:26pm

In this story NZME, MetService, Oscar Shiviti

A total lunar eclipse is expected tomorrow morning, with clear skies forecast for inland South Island regions. While visibility looks promising in some areas, parts of Northland, Wellington, and the East Coast may experience cloud cover. The maximum eclipse is expected to occur at 6.11am.

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1. 1NewsSun 7 Sep 2025, 5:44pm

   Mostly clear skies set stage for total lunar eclipse (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldSun 7 Sep 2025, 7:26pm

   Blood Moon: Lunar eclipse to grace New Zealand skies overnight and early Monday (opens in new tab)