September 2025 eclipses in New Zealand

The story so far

New Zealanders were told of a total lunar eclipse in the early hours of Monday 8 September, which would turn the moon deep red.^{5 Sep 2025} Forecasters expected clear skies inland in the South Island, though cloud could affect Northland, Wellington and the East Coast, with maximum eclipse at 6.11am.^{7 Sep 2025} The total lunar eclipse was seen across New Zealand before dawn, with the moon glowing crimson.^{8 Sep 2025} A rare partial solar eclipse was then due on Monday 22 September, with Aucklanders expected to see about 60% of the sun covered.^{15 Sep 2025}

Latest

Satellite imagery captured the eclipse shadow from space.^{22 Sep 2025}

Key moments

1. 5 Sep 2025Total lunar eclipse announced for early Monday, 8 September
2. 7 Sep 2025Forecast clear inland South Island skies, with cloud risk in parts of north and east
3. 8 Sep 2025Total lunar eclipse seen across New Zealand before dawn, moon glowing crimson
4. 15 Sep 2025Partial solar eclipse announced for 22 September; Aucklanders to see about 60%
5. 22 Sep 2025Partial solar eclipse visible 6am to 8am; North Island faced possible cloud
6. 22 Sep 2025Moon covered 60% to 70% of sun in lower South Island; satellite captured shadow

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