A lunar eclipse is set to take place which will be visible for many people across the globe, with the UK having the opportunity to see some of it.
This spectacle coincides with the Full Moon, which according to The Independent is traditionally known as the Beaver Moon by Native American tribes.
It will be visible across large parts of the globe, including North America and partially in the UK.
The near-total eclipse will peak for 3 hours and 28 minutes on the night of November 18-19, beginning at 9.02am GMT.
The Beaver Moon lunar eclipse on Nov. 19 will be the longest of the century. Here are its stages explained. https://t.co/6BYP1bPpHN pic.twitter.com/r6sL6vqIh7
— SPACE.com (@SPACEdotcom) November 15, 2021
The full passing of the Full Moon – which itself peaks at 8.57am GMT – through Earth’s shadow will last more than six hours.
As part of this the United States will be able to see the whole event, but the arrival of the Sun on Friday morning will prevent people in the UK from seeing the latter half of it.
This event is made more special by the fact the Moon falling into the Earth's shadow will be for the longest duaration since the early 15th Century.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here