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Solar activity was at low levels. The strongest event of the period was a C3 flare, centered near N21E02, which peaked at 01/0743 UTC. A subsequent CME was first observed in SOHO/LASCO C2 imagery after 01/0748 UTC. Analysis and modeling of the event showed most of the ejecta headed northward but potential for the periphery of the CME to influence Earth later on 04 Feb and into 05 Feb.
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 became somewhat enhanced early in the UT day, likely due to weak shock influences from the 29 Jan northwestern limb event. Total magnetic field strength increased from below 5 nT to a peak of 8 nT after ~01/0500 UTC. The Bz component briefly reached as far south as -6nT. Solar wind speeds showed only a modest increase from ~400 km/s to a ~440 km/s around 01/0800 UTC and then quickly began a steady decline to ~360 km/s by the end of the period.
There is a 15% chance of solar activity, with a 1% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Scorpio, at 04 degrees, 54' 50", at a velocity of 12.18 degrees per day.
The Third Quarter moon is currently 21.5 days old. It is 396939.04 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 Aquarius
The Sun is at 12 Aqu 52' 52", and is 147415296km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Scorpio
The Moon is at 04 Sco 54' 50", and is 397646km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Capricorn
Mercury is prograde at 25 Cap 31' 30", moving at 1.5 degrees per day, and is 194818624km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Capricorn
Venus is prograde at 12 Cap 11' 44", moving at 1.23 degrees per day, and is 204806973km away and receding.
Hold on to your tinfoil hats, stargazers! Venus has parked her cosmic camper van in Capricorn and she's not leaving until she's had her fill of Earthly delights. So what does this mean for you? Well, get ready to roll up your sleeves and put some elbow grease into your love life. Venus in Capricorn is like a celestial boot camp for relationships, forcing us to do the emotional heavy lifting necessary to achieve what we truly desire. For those already hitched, it's time to switch off Netflix, put the pizza down and start having some real talk about your future. And for the singletons? Say goodbye to those flimsy flirts and get ready for something solid. With Venus in Capricorn, we're not looking for a quick sprint, we're in it for the marathon.
But Venus in Capricorn isn't just about getting serious in the love department. Oh no, she wants you to rethink your entire aesthetic too. It's time to ditch those flashy threads and gravity-defying hairstyles in favor of something a little more...grounded. Think librarian chic meets DIY enthusiast. And if you've been sitting on a creative project, now's the time to bust it out. Venus in Capricorn gives you the drive and determination to see your vision through, whether it's a miniature replica of the Death Star or a crochet blanket that could cover a small planet.
And let's not forget about the career implications of this cosmic event. Venus in Capricorn is like a stern but fair boss, forcing you to reassess your professional worth. Are you receiving the recognition you deserve? Are you climbing the corporate ladder or just clinging on for dear life? Now's the time to grab that ladder with both hands and start making some serious upward moves. Remember, you're the captain of your own destiny. So suit up, strap in, and may the force of Venus in Capricorn be with you.
Mars
Mars is in Capricorn
Mars is prograde at 21 Cap 35' 15", moving at 0.76 degrees per day, and is 346243260km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 07 Tau 24' 46", moving at 0.11 degrees per day, and is 746184824km away and receding.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 06 Pis 35' 07", moving at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 1589104766km away and receding.
In the words of our favorite monosyllabic cyborg, "I'll be back." Well, guess what, star gazers? He's back and he's sporting a fish tail. That's right, Saturn's plonked his big old ringed-self into Pisces and he's not messing around. With the Master of Rules doing the backstroke in the dreamy waters of Pisces, it's time to take those daydreams of yours, put them under a microscope, and see what's really swimming around in there.
Now, I know what you're thinking: "But my dreams are my sanctuary! I like them vague and whimsical, thank you very much!" Look, I get it. Saturn storming into your personal Neverland like an overzealous lifeguard might feel intrusive. But remember, he's here to help. Embrace the energy and expect some tough love. Like when the Terminator showed up at Sarah Connor’s apartment with a bouquet of bullet-riddled roses. It's scary, but ultimately for the better.
Of course, having Mr. Discipline in the realm of sleep and dreams might mess with your zzz's. You may find yourself counting sheep that morph into to-do lists or midnight snacking on stress cookies. But fear not! This is the universe's way of telling you to chill out. Meditate, forest bathe (no, not like that), take deep breaths, and keep a dream journal next to your bed – you never know when Saturn might drop by for a midnight chat. And hey, you might even want to turn in early to give your brain a chance to slow down and process all this Piscean wisdom. Just remember, if the Sandman starts looking suspiciously like Arnold Schwarzenegger, don't panic – it's just Saturn in Pisces doing its thing.
In summary, Saturn's visit to Pisces is not about crushing dreams, it's about refining them. It's about forging your whimsical daydreams into tangible goals with the precision of a Terminator laser-sighted rifle. So, let's roll out the welcome mat for Saturn, listen to what he has to teach us, and get ready to say, "Hasta la vista, baby" to our old selves. The future, like a certain cyborg, is inevitable. Embrace it.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 19 Tau 06' 14", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 2913732009km away and receding.
Oh boy, buckle up, stargazers! Uranus, that unpredictable cosmic rebel, has plunked its big, blue, gaseous self right in the middle of placid Taurus' pasture. As far as Taurus is concerned, this is akin to inviting a bull into a china shop… if said bull was also a tech-savvy hacker with a penchant for radical societal change. Much like our introverted friend who suddenly decides to take up skydiving, Taurus isn’t exactly thrilled about this sudden shift in planetary dynamics.
Now, Taurus traditionally likes things as predictable as a sitcom re-run. It’s all about comfort, stability, and money-making (cha-ching!). But here comes Uranus, ready to flip the script faster than a caffeinated screenwriter during a deadline. Suddenly, all the comfy norms Taurus adores are about to get a cosmic makeover, whether Taurus likes it or not (spoiler alert: it does not).
So what does this mean for us Earthlings? Well, think of it like this: Money is to Taurus what comic books are to a nerd - they just can't get enough of it. With Uranus in Taurus, we're going to see more plot twists in our financial systems than in a season of 'Game of Thrones.' New currencies could pop up like wild mushrooms after a rainstorm, banks might start looking less like 'The Wolf of Wall Street' and more like 'The Matrix,' and the housing and stock markets may go through more spins than a washing machine on overdrive.
On the personal front, Uranus is like that hipster friend who's always pushing you to try new things. "Debt? That's so last season. Let's go minimalist!" it says, while you observe your mountain of possessions with a sinking heart. But keep calm and carry on, dear friends! Uranus isn't here just to make a mess; it's here to declutter our lives (and wallets) and bring us to a more stable, if different, status quo. Like swapping out your favorite coffee for a strange new herbal tea, the changes might feel unsettling at first, but you could end up finding a new favorite.
So, as we ride this cosmic roller coaster, remember: change is inevitable, but growth is optional.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 25 Pis 48' 19", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 4580212605km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is prograde at 00 Aqu 23' 42", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5371280928km away and approaching.
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 12 Aqu 52' 52" |
Moon | 04 Sco 54' 50" |
Mercury | 25 Cap 31' 30" |
Venus | 12 Cap 11' 44" |
Mars | 21 Cap 35' 15" |
Jupiter | 07 Tau 24' 46" |
Saturn | 06 Pis 35' 07" |
Uranus | 19 Tau 06' 14" |
Neptune | 25 Pis 48' 19" |
Pluto | 00 Aqu 23' 42" |
Mercury
Pour constructive energy and action into communication, writing, reading and anything of a mental nature. Do all your errands today. Your mind is active and it may be difficult at times to slow it down and relax. Your nerves are wound up and it may be necessary for you at some time today to force yourself to seek a quiet place and recoup your strength. Watch a tendency to argue with friends, display impatience, especially while driving, and to generally be on edge. Do not let your high energy level today cause you to become reckless or careless. Pay attention to the things you do and slow down a bit. Remember, discipline. You feel very self-assertive today. Do not let your ego ride roughshod over the people you deal with today. Control your temper AND your tongue. Avoid petty gossip and talking about people behind their backs.
Mercury
Mars
Jupiter