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Alabama Eclipse Alert: Birmingham, Mobile Mark March 3 for 5:04 AM Blood Moon — Last Chance Until 2028
Birmingham, Alabama – Alabamians should mark March 3 now, when a rare 58 minute Blood Moon will unfold from 5:04 to 6:03 a.m. Central Time, delivering the
By County Herald Weather Center · 2026-03-01T19:51:35.000Z
Birmingham, Alabama – Alabamians should mark March 3 now, when a rare 58 minute Blood Moon will unfold from 5:04 to 6:03 a.m. Central Time, delivering the Residents across the state, including in Birmingham and Mobile, are being encouraged to set their alarms early to catch a celestial event that won't be seen again until 2028. This rare Blood Moon is expected to be visible for nearly an hour, weather permitting.
What to Expect The total lunar eclipse will begin in the early morning hours, creating a striking visual display as the moon enters the Earth's shadow, turning a deep red hue. Astronomers note that this is a significant opportunity for stargazers to witness a lunar event before a long multi year gap in total eclipses for this region.