Tonight, much of the world will get to see not only a blue moon and a supermoon, but also a total lunar eclipse, all rolled into one. There hasn't been a triple lineup like this since 1982 and the next won't occur until 2037.
Photographers and stargazers have been treated to a spectacle as a super blue blood moon hung over the night sky on Wednesday night and Thursday morning.
Some had clear views, while others captured the moment through the break in the clouds.
Aroha Wakefield in Rotorua was able to catch themoon unobstructed as it rose over the horizon.
The blue moon which was also a supermoon, and a total lunar eclipse, all rolled into one hasn't been seen since 1866 and won't happen again 2037. Photo / Aroha Wakefield
The super blue blood moon was able to be seen unobstructed in Rotorua but was blocked by cloud in Auckland. Photo / Aroha Wakefield
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However, not everyone across the country was pleased with last night's weather with many revealing they could barely see the rare spectacle.
I love clouds, but........Ahead of the much anticipated super moon AND eclipse, this is what typically happens here in the Manawatu, NZ. +Cloud! Any other time, but this! We've had weeks of clear skies. Only hours left before it starts. #weather#supermoon#clouds grrrr.. pic.twitter.com/tkzxLs2aeu
