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Planet retrogrades
Pluto retrograde 2026 and 2027
Pluto goes retrograde once a year for about five months. Between January 2026 and December 2027 there are 2 retrograde periods touching those years.
Dates (UK time)
| Stations retrograde | Stations direct | Length | Zodiac span |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 May 2026, 16:44 BST | 16 October 2026, 03:23 BST | 162 days | 5° Aquarius → 3° Aquarius |
| 8 May 2027, 13:14 BST | 18 October 2027, 04:51 BST | 163 days | 7° Aquarius → 4° Aquarius |
In astrology
Pluto, a dwarf planet still used in astrology, stands for deep change and power. It is retrograde for about five months each year.
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The astronomy
Pluto orbits outside Earth's orbit. It looks retrograde when Earth overtakes it, around the time it is opposite the Sun in our sky, which is also when it is brightest and best placed to see.
Dates here are the 'stations', the moments the planet's apparent motion along the ecliptic stops and reverses, worked out with astronomy-engine to the nearest minute or so.
Questions answered
How often does Pluto go retrograde?
Once a year for about five months.
When does Pluto go retrograde in 2026?
6 May 2026 until 16 October 2026, in Aquarius.
When does Pluto go retrograde in 2027?
8 May 2027 until 18 October 2027, in Aquarius.
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