When the moon passes into earth's shadow on March 3, New Mexicans will see why the state's dark skies are the best viewing locations in North America. The lunar eclipse happens when the sun, Earth and moon align and the Earth casts a shadow on its only satellite.

Early risers on Tuesday morning will be in for a rare celestial event over the Colorado skies.

For 58 minutes, the moon will turn a rusty red as it slips into the Earth’s shadow.