Hundreds of millions of Americans will have the chance in March to see the first total lunar eclipse in nearly three years.

A total lunar eclipse will occur in Earth's Western Hemisphere on the night of March 13 and early morning of March 14. Here is the timing and what to expect when observing the eclipse.

A blood moon is coming. The entirety of the lower 48 states, the greater Americas, and some regions beyond will witness — weather permitting — a total lunar eclipse the night of March 13 and into the early morning of March 14.