South Africans Ready To See Upcoming Blood Moon in Total Lunar Eclipse: “Beware of the Werewolves”

• South Africans will join many around the world in witnessing a blood moon during a total lunar eclipse
• TikTok content creators called the Weather Girls shared the times it would be best to see the blood moon in the country
• Social media users stated that they looked forward to the event and joked about keeping an eye out for werewolves

On Sunday, 7 September, 2025, South Africans will get the opportunity to see a blood moon during a total lunar eclipse. But what is the best time to witness the event?

The Weather Girls, a duo of content creators who share weather information, posted on their TikTok account an explanation of what exactly a total lunar eclipse is. One of the women explained that this happens when the Earth aligns perfectly between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon.

"Instead of disappearing, the moon glows deep red. But why? The Earth's atmosphere scatters the blue light and only lets the reds and oranges reach the moon. This is also why it's called a blood moon."

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According to the publication Space.com, the total lunar eclipse will last for approximately 82 minutes, while the Weather Girls note that it will be visible to 85% of the world's population.

When can you see the blood moon?

The Weather Girls state that while it will be visible across the country, the partial eclipse will start at approximately 6.30pm, the full eclipse at 7.30pm, and the maximum eclipse at 8.11pm. The full eclipse will end at approximately 9pm, and the partial eclipse at roughly 10pm.

Blood moon leaves South Africans curious

Many social media users expressed curiosity about the upcoming blood moon and the weather on the day, sharing their questions in the comment section. Other online users showcased their excitement for the phenomenal event.

@tiktoksecurity261 joked under the post:

"Please, can you guys cancel the clouds for Cape Town, just on Sunday?"

@sphephelo.jama20, who didn't share their location, stated:

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"It's cloudy now. I also have a feeling it'll be cloudy Sunday."

@.114760_079pem told the online community:

"I'm worried if I will be able to witness this phenomenon in Hillbrow, Johannesburg!"

@mliskoz had a message for the men and explained with a laugh:

"Guys, please note that there's nothing like a lunar eclipse allowance, and you don't have to buy your woman a gift, flowers, or even a chocolate for this event. Don't let the ladies convince you otherwise. However, if you are hopeless romantics, you can go ahead and spoil your queens, but please, do it secretly so that other ladies out there don't know about it."

@callmentosh, who seemed to be based in Cape Town, added in the comment section:

"I want to go to Signal Hill to have an even better view."

@urgal.tee humorously said to people on the internet:

"Just beware of the werewolves."

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Take a look at the TikTok video below:

For the best view of the upcoming Blood Moon, experts recommend finding a spot away from city lights and looking towards the eastern sky as the Moon rises. This will be the longest total lunar eclipse since 2022, making it a rare and exciting event.

The best part? You do not need any special equipment to enjoy it. Unlike solar eclipses, it is completely safe to watch with the naked eye. Families, amateur stargazers, and casual sky gazers can all enjoy this spectacular sight together, making it a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and share the moment under South Africa’s night sky.

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Updated by Hilary Sekgota, Human Interest HOD at Briefly News.

Source: Briefly News