Retrogrades in Astrology

The complete guide to all 8 planetary retrogrades: from Mercury's communication disruptions to Pluto's deep psychological transformation. Learn when they occur, how long they last, and how to navigate their transformative energy with confidence.

Personal Planet Retrogrades

Mercury Retrograde

3-4 times/year~3 weeks

Communication · Review · Delays

Venus Retrograde

every 18 months~40 days

Love · Values · Finances

Mars Retrograde

every 2 years~2.5 months

Energy · Drive · Frustration

Social Planet Retrogrades

Jupiter Retrograde

annually~4 months

Inner growth · Philosophy · Wisdom

Saturn Retrograde

annually~4.5 months

Karma · Discipline · Restructuring

Transpersonal Planet Retrogrades

Uranus Retrograde

annually~5 months

Liberation · Awakening · Disruption

Neptune Retrograde

annually~5-6 months

Clarity · Disillusionment · Spirituality

Pluto Retrograde

annually~5-6 months

Transformation · Power · Shadow work