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Planet retrogrades 2026–2027
A planet is 'retrograde' when it seems to move backwards against the stars. It is an illusion of our moving viewpoint, but astrology has given it meaning for centuries. Here are the exact dates, worked out for the UK.
By planet
- Mercury retrograde: about three times a year for around three weeks.
- Venus retrograde: every 19 months or so for about six weeks.
- Mars retrograde: every two years or so for about ten weeks.
- Jupiter retrograde: once a year for about four months.
- Saturn retrograde: once a year for about four and a half months.
- Uranus retrograde: once a year for about five months.
- Neptune retrograde: once a year for over five months.
- Pluto retrograde: once a year for about five months.
By year
Questions answered
What does retrograde mean?
Apparent backward motion of a planet against the stars, caused by Earth overtaking it or being overtaken.
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