Sturgeon Moon Eclipse & Meteor Night | Jackson News

Get ready for a cosmic spectacle this Thursday, August 27, 2026 — the Sturgeon Moon rises as the full moon of August, named for the giant fish once abundant in the Great Lakes. But that’s not all: catch a partial lunar eclipse as the moon turns reddish under Earth’s shadow, starting at 9:33 PM and peaking at 11:12 PM for Mississippi viewers. While the Perseid meteor shower winds down (officially ending Aug 24), you can still spot some shooting stars between midnight and dawn — clear skies essential. And if you’re planning ahead, Mississippi’s next total solar eclipse won’t arrive until August 12, 2045, with the next total lunar eclipse hitting June 26, 2029. Skywatchers, mark your calendars — it’s going to be a busy, beautiful night above. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e1d195054055619b