Planetary Transits

Yes. As of November 9, 2026, Mercury is retrograde. It stationed retrograde on October 24, 2026 and turns direct on November 13, 2026. Planetary positions are calculated from NASA JPL orbital elements; dates are the UTC days of each station.

Live · November 9, 2026

Mercury Status:Retrograde

Retrograde until November 13, 2026

Mercury is retrograde until November 13, 2026 – a season to review, not to launch.

Retrograde Right Now

  • Neptune ℞until December 12, 2026
  • Saturn ℞until December 11, 2026
  • Uranus ℞until February 8, 2027
  • Venus ℞until November 14, 2026
  • Mercury ℞until November 13, 2026

Coming Up

  • Jupiter turns retrogradeDecember 13, 2026 · in 34 days
  • Mars turns retrogradeJanuary 10, 2027 · in 62 days
  • Mercury turns retrogradeFebruary 9, 2027 · in 92 days
  • Annular solar eclipseFebruary 6, 2027 · in 89 days

What to Do Now

  • Revisit, revise and finish old projects
  • Back up files and double-check messages
  • Reconnect with people from your past
  • Reflecting on what you value in love and money

What to Avoid

  • Signing contracts without reading every line
  • Buying new electronics or vehicles
  • Launching new projects or big announcements
  • Rushing into new relationships or dramatic makeovers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mercury in Retrograde right now?

Yes. As of November 9, 2026, Mercury is retrograde. It stationed retrograde on October 24, 2026 and turns direct on November 13, 2026.

What does Mercury Retrograde mean?

Mercury retrograde is the period, about three times a year for roughly three weeks, when Mercury appears to move backwards against the stars as seen from Earth. Astrologically it is linked to miscommunication, travel delays and technology glitches – a time to review and revise rather than launch.

When is the next Mercury retrograde?

The next Mercury retrograde runs from February 9, 2027 to March 3, 2027 (UTC dates of the stations).

When is the next eclipse?

The next eclipse is a annular solar eclipse on February 6, 2027. Eclipses often mark turning points – a time to release rather than force new beginnings.