Buffalo, NY — A partial lunar eclipse will light up the sky over Western New York tonight, beginning at 8:41 p.m. EST. Skywatchers are in for a treat, with the harvest moon and a supermoon aligning, offering a rare viewing opportunity. Conditions will be ideal, with summer-like temperatures continuing through the night and into Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service Buffalo, NY, Western New York has experienced little to no rainfall over the past week, and clear skies are expected to persist into the foreseeable future. Temperatures tonight will hover around the high 60s to low 70s, providing comfortable viewing conditions. The partial eclipse will conclude around 12:47 a.m. EST on Wednesday.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the pleasant weather and step outside to witness the celestial event. However, if cloud cover does develop, viewing may be obstructed in some areas. With no rainfall expected in the next several days, temperatures will continue to range from the mid-70s to low 80s throughout the week.