Flagstaff, Arizona – A total lunar eclipse will be visible across northern Arizona early March 3, turning the full “Worm Moon” a reddish color for nearly an hour.
According to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff, the third full moon of 2026 occurs at 4:38 a.m. MST. The lunar eclipse will begin at 2:50 a.m., with totality occurring from 4:04 a.m. to 5:03 a.m. The eclipse will end at 6:17 a.m.
During totality, the moon will appear red — a phenomenon commonly referred to as a “Blood Moon.” The Worm Moon name is traditionally associated with early spring, when earthworms begin becoming more active in the soil.
The event will unfold in the pre-dawn hours, with the peak phase overlapping the moon’s highest visibility window before sunrise. Clear skies will provide the best viewing conditions.
Because the eclipse occurs before most morning commutes, early risers and students heading to school may have an opportunity to observe totality before sunrise.
The National Weather Service shared the timing details in a public update, encouraging residents to note the early start time. No special equipment is required to view a lunar eclipse safely.
This will be the only total lunar eclipse visible in the region during the early months of 2026.
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