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Solar activity was at low levels. The largest flare of the period was a C2.7 at 13/0421 UTC from a region just beyond the ENE limb. Region 3541 (S22W33, Dao/beta-delta) exhibited some consolidation and formed a weak delta configuration. The other 12 spotted regions only had minor changes throughout the period. No Earth-directed CMEs were observed in available coronagraph imagery.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
Solar wind parameters were nominal. However, values observed by the DSCOVR spacecraft were suspect. Solar wind speeds were reported between ~475-500 km/s, possibly due to peak tracking issues with the FC instrument. Total magnetic field strength was at or below 5 nT. Phi angle was predominantly positive through the period.
There is a 20% chance of solar activity, with a 5% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Pisces, at 01 degrees, 45' 26", at a velocity of 14.79 degrees per day.
The Waxing Crescent moon is currently 3.1 days old. It is 363609.15 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 23:00:44, 9 Feb, 2024. The next full moon is at 12:31:19, 24 Feb, 2024.
The Sun
The Sun is in Capricorn
The Sun is at 23 Cap 33' 33", and is 147143026km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Pisces
The Moon is at 01 Pis 45' 26", and is 362789km away and receding.
Mercury
Mercury is in Capricorn
Mercury is prograde at 00 Cap 09' 31", moving at 1.09 degrees per day, and is 156214320km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Sagittarius
Venus is prograde at 18 Sag 48' 59", moving at 1.23 degrees per day, and is 188890692km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Capricorn
Mars is prograde at 07 Cap 12' 29", moving at 0.75 degrees per day, and is 356240657km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 05 Tau 55' 34", moving at 0.05 degrees per day, and is 700648177km away and receding.
Alright, stargazers, brace yourselves, because we've got Jupiter, the cosmic big shot, throwing a house party in the humble home of Taurus. Imagine Jupiter as that eccentric uncle who shows up with a suitcase full of weird and wonderful things you never knew you needed. All this wisdom and abundance, parked right in your front yard. It's like a cosmic garage sale!
Jupiter is the Yoda of the solar system, always urging us to ponder, "Hmm, deeper, you must think." On the other hand, Taurus is that comfy old couch you just can't bring yourself to part with. This cosmic cocktail is a reminder that enlightenment isn't some exotic fruit from a far-off galaxy. It's right there--in between the potato chips down your sofa crack and the reruns of Star Trek on your TV.
While Jupiter's in Taurus, it's like having a motivational speaker in your living room. You'll find yourself making to-do lists with military precision and ticking off goals like you're playing cosmic bingo. Just remember, slow and steady wins the race. Don't stress if your progress feels more like a zombie shuffle than a warp-speed voyage.
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the cosmos—money. With Jupiter, the King Midas of planets, in Taurus, the Warren Buffet of the zodiac, we're talking serious moolah potential here. It's like finding a winning lottery ticket in your old pair of jeans. Keep an eye on your bank balance, and you might just see some magical growth.
But beware, my fellow earthlings! Taurus has a bit of a sweet tooth for life's pleasures and rarely says no to a second helping. So, when Jupiter, the planet of "more, more, more," meets Taurus, you might find yourself eyeing that third slice of pizza and contemplating whether you really need another Star Wars action figure. Remember, with great cosmic power comes great responsibility. Keep those impulses in check!
So, buckle up, fellow space travelers. With Jupiter in Taurus, it's going to be a wild ride. Just remember to take some time to enjoy the view, and maybe even stop to smell the roses—or the pizza. Happy stargazing!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 04 Pis 30' 38", moving at 0.1 degrees per day, and is 1564088849km away and receding.
Well, folks, it looks like we've got Saturn parked in Pisces, and it's not here for a casual visit. Nope, this celestial bulldozer is ready to help you dig deep into those daydreams you've been hoarding like an episode of "Astrological Hoarders." You know the ones I'm talking about - writing the next great sci-fi novel, starting that vegan cookie business, or perfecting your yoga headstand. Time to dump out that dreamy clutter in your head and start making plans, my friends.
Before you break out the dream journals and start drafting business plans, let's get one thing straight: Saturn in Pisces is no walk in the cosmic park. Think of Saturn as your cosmic dad who just walked in on you belting out show tunes in your bedroom. Somewhat embarrassing, a little intrusive, but ultimately well-intentioned. Saturn here wants to help you make those dreams a reality, so maybe it’s time to put down the hairbrush microphone and pick up a tool belt instead.
Now, with all this brain-picking in the Piscean realm, which is as synonymous with sleep as morning coffee is with wakefulness, we might find ourselves tossing and turning at night. If counting sheep starts to feel like a full-time job, it's time to pull out the big guns. Meditate, take a leisurely walk in the woods, breathe deeply, and maybe even consider a power nap (with a dream journal by your side, of course!). And don’t be shy about calling it a night early - after all, beauty sleep is also brainy sleep.
In the end, my stargazing comrades, remember this: Saturn in Pisces is not here to ruin your life with reality. Instead, it's here to give your dreams a solid foundation and a chance to become more than just figments of your imagination. So, let's roll up our sleeves and get to work!
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 19 Tau 09' 45", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 2867244266km away and receding.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 25 Pis 18' 58", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4541229913km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 29 Cap 46' 48", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5371781887km away and receding.
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 23 Cap 33' 33" |
Moon | 01 Pis 45' 26" |
Mercury | 00 Cap 09' 31" |
Venus | 18 Sag 48' 59" |
Mars | 07 Cap 12' 29" |
Jupiter | 05 Tau 55' 34" |
Saturn | 04 Pis 30' 38" |
Uranus | 19 Tau 09' 45" R |
Neptune | 25 Pis 18' 58" |
Pluto | 29 Cap 46' 48" |
The Sun
Mars
Jupiter