Lunar eclipses occur when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon , blocking the sunlight from reaching the lunar surface. Tonight’s event is a partial lunar eclipse, meaning only part of Earth’s shadow will be covering the moon. (Image: Karl Larsen / SplashNews.com)The partial lunar eclipse coincides with the 50th anniversary of NASA ’s Apollo 11 launch. Tonight’s lunar eclipse is the final one for 2019, and the last for a few years, so you don't want to miss it! The next lunar eclipse, which will be a total lunar eclipse, is due to take place on 26 May 2021.

Source: Daily Mirror July 16, 2019 08:58 UTC