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 hasn't happened in years, and won't happen again for a few more, so now's the time to take in the dazzling sight. Here's how.

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. Sign up for our Newsletters Penumbral eclipse begins at 10:57pm.