A rare celestial event is set to grace New York City skies as a partial lunar eclipse coincides with a blood moon, turning the moon a striking reddish hue. Skywatchers hoping to catch the spectacle may face challenges, however, as cloud cover could obstruct visibility. The phenomenon occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow that dims and reddens the lunar surface. Weather conditions will play a key role in determining how well the eclipse can be observed from the ground.
Blood moon during partial lunar eclipse will be visible in NYC, but clouds may impact viewing CBS News
