Penumbra eclipse on June 5th: when and how will we see what?

At the beginning of June 5 there is a penumbra eclipse visible from Earth. We reveal what to expect from the astronomical event.

• On June 5, there will be a partial lunar eclipse in Germany .
• The earth stands between the sun and the moon and casts its shadow on the earth satellite.
• The phenomenon can be observed between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m.

On the evening of June 5, there is a clearly visible penumbra eclipse. The earth moves between the sun and moon , so that its shadow falls on the earth's satellite. Around half of the time the moon will be covered at 9:24 p.m. Central European Time (CET) before slowly loosening itself from the shadow.

This phenomenon is called the lunar eclipse . However, since the moon is only in the penumbra of the earth in this case, it is a penumbra eclipse. In addition, such a process is  full moon  - just as it was on June 5.

Penumbra eclipse: Moonrise at 9 p.m.

The spectacle begins at 7.45 p.m. - theoretically. In practice, the moon in Germany is still hidden behind the horizon at this time . He does n't come out until around 9 p.m. And only if you have a clear view . Houses or trees in the immediate vicinity can obstruct the view.

Why isn't it the full moon?

We always have a full moon when the earth is between the moon and the sun. If the moon crosses the shadow of the earth (which is illuminated by the sun and casts a shadow), we have a MOON eclipse pic.twitter.com/kXyjB29hfh

It is therefore best to look for an exposed position . For example a hill, a tower or a house roof. Then you can see the moon at an impressive moment when it is directly above the horizon. Because of an illusion, we perceive it larger than it actually is.

Penumbra eclipse: Moon is close to Earth

But in reality the moon is comparatively large that evening, as it is only 369,000 kilometers away. The distance between earth and moon varies between 356,000 and 406,000 kilometers. If there is a full moon at the time of the greatest proximity to the earth, it is also commonly known as a super moon.

A penumbra eclipse, on the other hand, is comparatively unspectacular . The darkening is not as serious as it is in a solar eclipse. In the last darkness, some observers were therefore somewhat irritated.

Penumbra eclipse: You can see more with the telescope

For hobby astronomers , it is still an exciting spectacle that can be observed a little better with a telescope .

But even with the naked eye can see the blackout between moonrise at 21 o'clock and the end of the penumbral lunar eclipse at 23 o'clock pursue.