RETROGRADES.
2026 Planetary Retrogrades: Your Cosmic Review Seasons
Retrogrades aren't malfunctions—they're the universe's designated review periods. While mainstream astrology warns of chaos, we see these as the cosmos pressing pause so you don't skip the lesson.
2026 brings multiple planetary review seasons where destiny asks: "Have you integrated what you've learned?" This is your guide to navigating backward motion with forward momentum.
The Retrograde Philosophy: Review, Reflect, Realign
🌌 Not Malfunctions, But Functions
Planets don't actually move backward. From Earth's perspective, they appear to slow, stop, and reverse—inviting us to do the same in corresponding life areas.
📝 Cosmic Quality Control
Each retrograde asks: "Is this still aligned? Does this still serve? What needs revision?" They're celestial editing periods for your life narrative.
🔄 The Three-Phase Rhythm
Every retrograde has a pre-shadow (awareness), retrograde (review), and post-shadow (integration) phase. The magic happens when you honor all three.
2026 Planetary Retrogrades Calendar
All dates and times in Pacific Time (PT). Shadow periods extend approximately 2 weeks before and after each retrograde.
| Planet | Retrograde Period | Sign(s) | Duration | Key Themes & Life Areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury |
Feb 26 – Mar 20, 2026 Pisces 22°33' to 08°29' |
Pisces | 22 days | Spiritual communication review, dream integration, intuition vs. illusion |
| Mercury |
Jun 29 – Jul 23, 2026 Cancer 26°15' to 16°18' |
Cancer | 24 days | Emotional communication, family patterns, security conversations |
| Mercury |
Oct 24 – Nov 13, 2026 Scorpio 20°58' to 05°02' |
Scorpio | 20 days | Deep psychological review, intimate conversations, power dynamics |
| Venus |
Oct 3 – Nov 14, 2026 Scorpio 08°29' to Libra 22°51' |
Scorpio → Libra | 41 days | Relationship values review, intimacy patterns, beauty standards redefinition |
| Jupiter |
Dec 13, 2026 – Apr 13, 2027 Leo 27°01' to 16°59' |
Leo | 121 days | Expansion reassessment, creative confidence review, generosity calibration |
| Saturn |
Jul 26 – Dec 10, 2026 Aries 14°45' to 07°55' |
Aries | 137 days | Structure and discipline review, responsible action reassessment |
| Uranus |
Sep 10, 2026 – Feb 8, 2027 Gemini 05°41' to 01°40' |
Gemini | 150 days | Revolutionary thinking review, communication innovation reassessment |
| Neptune |
Jul 7 – Dec 12, 2026 Aries 04°25' to 01°36' |
Aries | 158 days | Spiritual vision review, dream manifestation reassessment |
| Pluto |
May 6 – Oct 16, 2026 Aquarius 05°30' to 03°04' |
Aquarius | 162 days | Collective transformation review, power structure reassessment |
| Chiron |
Aug 3, 2026 – Jan 6, 2027 Taurus 00°52' to Aries 26°15' |
Taurus → Aries | 155 days | Healing patterns review, wound wisdom reassessment |
Note: Mars has no retrograde in 2026 (next Mars retrograde: 2027). Some retrogrades span into adjacent years—the cosmic review doesn't respect calendar boundaries.
How Each Retrograde Affects You Personally
Mercury Retrogrades
Personal Impact: Review communication, contracts, travel plans. Expect delays that serve as course corrections.
Best Use: Revise projects, reconnect with people, meditate on decisions.
Venus Retrograde
Personal Impact: Reassess relationships, values, finances, self-worth. Past lovers or financial patterns may resurface.
Best Use: Clarify what you truly value in love and money.
Outer Planet Retrogrades
Personal Impact: Jupiter through Pluto retrogrades affect collective shifts that manifest in your birth chart houses.
Best Use: Work with generational themes and long-term growth cycles.
Your Personal Retrograde Roadmap
While this shows collective retrograde timing, your birth chart reveals exactly which houses each retrograde activates and how they interact with your natal planets.
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