Retrograde Planets Calendar 2026
Plan ahead and avoid chaos. Discover exactly when Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn appear to move backward in the sky and how these cosmic "U-turns" influence your life.
Quick Summary: The "Re-" Period
- Concept: An optical illusion where a planet seems to reverse course.
- Energy: Inward, intense, and Karmic.
- Key Rule: A time for "Re-" actions: Review, Reflect, Redo, Repair, and Revisit.
- Caution: Avoid starting brand new ventures during Mercury or Mars retrograde if possible.
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What Actually Happens During Retrograde?
Astronomically, planets do not actually stop. It is similar to when your car passes a slower car on the highway; the slower car appears to move backward relative to you. Astrologically, however, this period is significant. The planet's energy (Karakattwa) becomes internalized, often forcing us to address unresolved issues in that area of life.
Impact by Planet
☿ Mercury (Budha Vakri)
Themes: Communication, Logic, Gadgets.
Advice: Back up data, double-check emails, delay signing contracts. Great for editing or researching.
♀ Venus (Shukra Vakri)
Themes: Love, Luxury, Relationships.
Advice: Ex-partners may return. Re-evaluate relationship values. Avoid major cosmetic changes.
♂ Mars (Kuja Vakri)
Themes: Energy, Action, Anger.
Advice: Energy feels blocked or explosive. Avoid unnecessary conflicts. Plan strategies rather than acting impulsively.
♄ Saturn (Shani Vakri)
Themes: Karma, Career, Structure.
Advice: A time for heavy Karmic review. restructure career goals and take responsibility for past actions.
Astrological Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Retrograde (Vakra) | The apparent backward motion. Indicated by 'R' or 'Rx'. |
| Direct (Margi) | When the planet resumes forward motion. A time of release and moving forward. |
| Stationary (Stambhana) | The brief period when a planet appears to stand still before turning. The energy is most intense here. |
Frequently Asked Questions & Glossary
Data Source: Our calculations are based on the Swiss Ephemeris (NASA JPL data) combined with the Lahiri Ayanamsha, verified by Vedic Astrologer Sri Santhosh Kumar Sharma.
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