To all moon lovers out there, this Wednesday, January 31, 2018, we will witness the rare supermoon blue blood moon according to Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical & Astronomical Services Administration. In line to this, it will take more than 100 years before this phenomenon occurs again. Also, this is the second full moon in a month.

 

In an article written by Chris Ciaccia of Fox News, the blood moon occurs because the Earth is passing between the moon and the sun, which gives the moon a reddish tint to it. It is caused by light bending around the Earth because of gravity passing around a portion of the atmosphere, more commonly known as a lunar eclipse. 

 

Here in the Philippines, PAGASA said that the best viewing time is between 8:51 pm and 10:07 pm. It can be seen over the Philippine sky as long as there is no clouds and no buildings. The Philippine Astronomical Society posted observation stations so that no Filipinos will miss this infrequent event. Also, this is free and open to the public. Here is the list of the Observation Stations in Metro Manila according to Philippine Astronomical Society.

 

MANILA

Host: Philippine Astronomical Society

Venue: Luneta. Rizal Park

Map: https://goo.gl/aSY4uM

open to all, walk-ins allowed

6pm-12am

 

Host: Bedan Society of Young Astronomers

Venue: San Beda College, Manila

Map: https://goo.gl/roNMm5

Details: https://goo.gl/tFk6XC

6pm-10pm

 

QUEZON CITY

Host: Philippine Astronomical Society

Venue: Manila Observatory, ADMU

Map: https://goo.gl/Cd4ZGh

50pax max, Registration is already closed

6pm-12am

 

Host: Manila Street Astronomers

Venue: SM North EDSA

Map: https://goo.gl/15Nk2W

open to all, walk-ins allowed

Details: https://goo.gl/t6KVeV

7pm onwards

 

Host: UP Astronomical Society

Venue: PAGASA Astronomical Observatory UP Diliman

Map: https://goo.gl/8NtNyY

open to all, walk-ins allowed

6pm-12:10am

 

Host: Cutting Edge TriNoma

Venue: TriNoma Park

Map: https://goo.gl/8kt7Sf

Details: https://goo.gl/K4jHj3

6:30pm-9pm

 

Host: Manila Street Astronomers

Venue: Pinaglabanan Shrine, San Juan

Map: https://goo.gl/s5eSLa

open to all, walk-ins allowed

6pm-12am

 

 

MAKATI

Host: Philippine Astronomical Society

Venue: Cityland Pasong Tamo

Map: https://goo.gl/YMDwaZ

open to all, walk-ins allowed

Only one person will man this station. Please be gentle on him

7:30pm-10:30pm

 

TAGUIG

Host: Philippine Astronomical Society

Venue: The Nest Food and Lifestyle Park Taguig

Map: https://goo.gl/YLH5y7

open to all, walk-ins allowed

7:30pm-11pm

 

PASAY

Host: Astronomical League Of The Philippines, Inc.

Venue: SM by the Bay Central Park, SM Mall of Asia

Map: https://goo.gl/GCDf9Z

open to all, walk-ins allowed

6pm-12am

 

MUNTINLUPA

Host: Manila Street Astronomers

Venue: Alabang Town Center

Map: https://goo.gl/Na9bWa

open to all, walk-ins allowed

6pm-12am

 

You can also visit their Facebook page for the complete list of observation stations in the Philippines. https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineAstronomicalSociety

 

The next super blue blood moon will occur on January 31, 2168, that is 150 years from now. Take this chance and ask your family, friends, or your partner to go with you to the nearest observation station and witness this occurrence. This can also be one of your romantic night also a memorable one. Enjoy and be amazed by this rare event.

 

Sources:

Philippine Astronomical Society

Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical & Astronomical Services Administration