The lunar eclipse was visible in New York City despite cloudy skies on the evening of Aug. 27. At times, the earth cast a reddish shadow on the moon, creating what is known as the “blood moon.” ( Photo: Shatish Shahi) Partial lunar eclipse visible in New York despite clouds After a day of intermittent rain Aug. 27, some lucky New Yorkers were able to catch a glimpse of a late August lunar eclipse... News 28 Aug 2026 | 01:50