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Solar activity was at low levels with no M-class flares observed at GOES-16. Region 3583 (N08W78, Fso/beta) produced occasional C-class flares while rounding the west limb. Region 3590 (N18E61, Eho/beta), the largest region by area, also produced the largest flare of the period, a C6.7 flare, which peaked at 19/0940 UTC. The other three active regions with sunspots were either stable or in decay. 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 normal.
Solar wind parameters, as measured by the ACE spacecraft, were at nominal levels. Total field strength was 5 nT or less and the Bz component did not undergo any notable deviations. Wind speeds were generally 300 km/s or less and the phi angle was in a positive orientation.
There is a 15% 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 Cancer, at 13 degrees, 59' 46", at a velocity of 12.37 degrees per day.
The Waxing Gibbous moon is currently 10.9 days old. It is 393726.16 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 9:02:45, 10 Mar, 2024. The next full moon is at 7:01:37, 25 Mar, 2024.
The Sun
The Sun is in Pisces
The Sun is at 01 Pis 05' 50", and is 147893482km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Cancer
The Moon is at 13 Can 59' 46", and is 397292km away and receding.
Mercury
Mercury is in Aquarius
Mercury is prograde at 24 Aqu 36' 52", moving at 1.74 degrees per day, and is 207975990km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Aquarius
Venus is prograde at 04 Aqu 26' 43", moving at 1.24 degrees per day, and is 218305425km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Aquarius
Mars is prograde at 05 Aqu 23' 41", moving at 0.77 degrees per day, and is 336159006km away and approaching.
Put on your space boots, folks! Mars, our cosmic cousin, has decided to vacation in the sign of the water-bearer, Aquarius. And contrary to what you might think, this isn't a sci-fi blockbuster in the making. It's more like a quirky indie film directed by Wes Anderson - artsy, eccentric, and somewhat unpredictable.
Imagine Mars as that friend who crashes at your place uninvited but ends up fixing your leaky faucet, re-arranging your furniture and sparking life-changing philosophical debates over your morning coffee. That's Mars in Aquarius for you - stirring up the pot in the most unexpected ways.
You see, Mars is usually the 'smash-first-ask-questions-later' kind of planet. But Aquarius, bless its starry socks, prefers a good intellectual fencing match to a bar brawl. Now, that could mean a lot of things for us Earthlings. Brace yourself for some radical Martian brainwaves, folks!
Goodbye, status quo! Mars in Aquarius is all about championing innovation, embracing the avant-garde, and inventing new dance moves while we're at it. Why walk when you can moonwalk, right? It's all about breaking norms and creating a new normal. So, if you've been stuck in a rut lately, expect a cosmic kick in the rear to shake things up.
And let's not forget Aquarius's trademark humanitarian streak. With Mars adding some rocket fuel, it's time to stand up for the underdog, fight for justice and, dare I say it, save the world - one recycled coffee cup at a time. It's not just about seeing the problems, but about envisioning and working towards the solutions. A bit like building a spaceship out of Lego bricks, if you ask me.
So, dear Earthlings, as Mars orbits through the house of Aquarius, remember: there's no place for 'business as usual'. It's time to unleash your inner rebel, boldly go where no man (or woman or non-binary person) has gone before, and reinvent your own cosmic wheel. Just remember to keep it weird. After all, what's life without a little Martian madness?
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 09 Tau 44' 46", moving at 0.15 degrees per day, and is 788295542km away and receding.
Alright, folks! Fasten your seat belts, because Jupiter is in Taurus, and oh boy, it's going to be as fascinating as watching a sloth run a marathon. Picture this: Jupiter, the wise old owl of the cosmos, has decided to hang out with Taurus, the zodiac’s equivalent of a couch potato. When these two join forces, they remind us that wisdom isn’t some long-lost treasure we need to hunt for; it’s right there in our pockets, between the lint and the forgotten gum wrappers.
This cosmic combo is like the ultimate life coach, encouraging us to make those dreamy, ambitious checklists and tick off goals like we're on a cosmic shopping spree. With Jupiter cheering us on with pompoms of growth and Taurus giving us a patient, stubborn pep talk, we're inspired to trust the journey and aim for success sweeter than a double-chocolate, salted caramel cookie.
Let's talk money, honey. Life can be a game of Monopoly when Jupiter shimmy-shakes in Taurus. Jupiter, the lucky charm of the cosmos, meets Taurus, the Wall Street tycoon of the zodiac. This celestial partnership can bring more dollar signs than a rapper's Instagram feed. So, it's a good time to peek at our bank accounts and spot those growth opportunities. Or maybe just find that tenner you thought you lost.
Now, let's not forget Taurus' love for the finer things in life - think champagne baths and caviar dreams. When Jupiter, the planet of 'go big or go home', comes into the picture, we might find ourselves mistaking our needs for wants. Like suddenly needing that gold-plated espresso machine or wanting to adopt a dozen alpacas. But hey, it’s up to us to be patient and not let our impulses run wilder than a caffeinated squirrel during this transit.
So buckle up, stargazers! With Jupiter in Taurus, we’re in for a ride that’s as thrilling as solving a Rubik's cube blindfolded. And remember, if things get too intense, there’s always deep breathing...or chocolate.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 08 Pis 43' 34", moving at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 1601010761km away and receding.
Well, folks, Saturn is currently taking a leisurely swim through the dreamy seas of Pisces. Imagine it as a big, ringed fish with a penchant for rules and order. No, really, picture that. If you're not chuckling, I don't know what will tickle your funny bone. Anyway, this Saturnian sashay is a fantastic time for introspection. Ever daydreamed about writing a 'Star Trek' fanfic or starting your own quantum physics podcast? Now's the time to come out of warp speed and plot your course, captain!
But be warned, having Saturn in Pisces is not exactly a cosmic joyride through a nebula. It's more like a planetary parent that insists on tidying your metaphorical room even when you're trying to perfect your Klingon. Rather than slapping a "Keep Out" sign on your door, invite Saturn in for a cup of tea. His advice might just be the phaser setting you need.
With Saturn poking around in Pisces, the realm of sleep and dreams, your mind might go into overdrive. You'll find yourself more restless than a red-shirt at an away mission. But worry not, my star-trekking friends! This is the perfect excuse to work on your inner Vulcan: meditate, take a stroll through your own private holodeck, practice some deep breathing, or have a good old-fashioned nap. Just keep a dream journal handy, because who knows, you might dream up the next great sci-fi plot!
So, fellow space explorers, while Saturn is doing its Pisces paddle, remember to slow down, rest, and listen to the wisdom of the universe. After all, we're all just Stardust exploring this cosmic journey together.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 19 Tau 20' 22", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 2959496403km away and receding.
Alright, folks, hold on to your star charts, because it's about to get wild out here in the cosmic rodeo! Now, we all know Taurus - that old reliable, comfort-loving, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" kind of sign. Well, guess who just crashed the party? The unruly rebel of the cosmos, Uranus, has just rolled up in Taurus's yard, and it's not here to maintain the status quo, oh no!
Say goodbye to the good old ways - Uranus is here to shake things up like a snow globe in a toddler's hand. Yes, it might feel as chaotic as trying to do algebra in a thunderstorm, but trust me, we'll all end up in a much better place - possibly somewhere with less algebra.
Now, when it comes to money matters, Taurus is like that meticulous accountant who uses a calculator to split the dinner bill. But, Uranus? Think of it as that crazy cousin who pays for his half in Bitcoin. As Uranus disco dances through Taurus, expect some groundbreaking shifts in finances. We're talking revolutionary currency forms, banking metamorphosis, and a possible roller-coaster ride for the housing and stock markets. It's going to be like Monopoly, but with real money and fewer arguments over who gets to be the top hat.
On a personal note, Uranus in Taurus is like a cosmic Marie Kondo, nudging us to rethink our relationship with material possessions and financial obligations. Debt, taxes, credit card interest, rent, mortgages - these are not just buzzwords for a financial nightmare, but chains that Uranus is here to help us break. Yes, it might seem scary, like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle, but trust me, Uranus is here to liberate us.
Resisting these changes would be as fruitless as trying to stop a cat from knocking things off the table. So, buckle up, my cosmic comrades, and let's ride this Uranus in Taurus wave to a brighter, more stable future. And remember, even if it looks like chaos now, it's just the universe's way of rearranging things for the better. After all, who doesn't love a good plot twist?
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 26 Pis 23' 27", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 4606585406km away and receding.
Alright, celestial explorers! Buckle up, because our big blue friend Neptune has parked its cosmic caboose in the realm of Pisces. Now, this isn’t Neptune's first rodeo in the Piscean cosmos. Let's keep in mind this massive ice giant orbits the Sun once every 165 years, and for around 14 of those years, it hangs out in Pisces. So it's kind of like a very slow-moving cosmic snowbird, yeah?
So, what does this mean for you? Well, imagine you're a molecule on one of Neptune's icy moons, Triton. You're chillin' (literally), just doing your tiny molecular business, when suddenly you get the urge to connect with every other molecule out there. That's what we're talking about here, folks. It's a Star Trek convention in your soul, with everyone wearing "Unity" badges.
With Neptune in Pisces, we're taking a deep dive into the ocean of our emotions. And I’m not talking about the kiddie pool kind of emotions. I’m talking Mariana Trench deep. Suddenly, arguing over who took the last slice of pizza seems as trivial as a speck of cosmic dust on the lens of Hubble Telescope.
This is the time to break out your spiritual snorkeling gear, folks. Meditate, ponder the mysteries of the universe, or maybe just have a good old-fashioned heart-to-heart with your houseplant. You might be surprised by what it has to say!
Most importantly, remember that you're not alone in this cosmos. We're all stardust, interconnected in the grand cosmic web. So, share your dreams, your thoughts, and yes, even your last slice of pizza. Because when Neptune's in Pisces, we're all in this space-time continuum together.
And remember: you've got the power of the cosmos behind you. So go ahead, take that quantum leap of faith! Your adventure is just beginning.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is prograde at 00 Aqu 56' 47", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5356642157km away and approaching.
Alright, folks. Buckle up! We're taking a cosmic road trip to Pluto. Yes, the same Pluto that was unceremoniously demoted to 'dwarf planet' status. But guess what? Pluto doesn’t care about its title. It's too busy being the celestial embodiment of transformation. And right now, it's chilling in Aquarius, so get ready for some major change-ups.
Picture this: You're at a party, and Pluto walks in. It's not just changing the music or the snack selection, it's knocking down walls and building new ones. It's making you question why you even threw a party in the first place and then convincing you to throw an even bigger one. Now, that's what I call a party crasher!
And what about our host, Aquarius? Well, they're the embodiment of progress; a real forward-thinking type. Sort of like the Steve Jobs of the zodiac, if you will. So, what happens when our transformative friend Pluto shacks up in the house of progress? Let’s just say, expect your world to look more different than when Dorothy landed in Oz.
The power combo of Pluto and Aquarius is like a cosmic super duo. They're sort of like Batman and Robin but with less spandex and more quantum physics. Get ready for a whirlwind of changes in science, technology, and maybe even an upgrade in space travel – SpaceX, eat your heart out!
But wait, there's more! Pluto in Aquarius isn't just about reinventing the tech game. It's pushing for better human rights, stronger communities, and might even make politicians play nice. Imagine a world where we all work together for the greater good instead of squabbling like five-year-olds over the last piece of birthday cake.
So, my cosmic comrades, Pluto in Aquarius is nudging us to change how we view not only ourselves but our place in this universe. So, instead of asking, 'What's in it for me?' why not try, 'What's in it for us?' Let's embrace this celestial shift and see where it takes us. Will you answer the call? Or will you let it go to voicemail?
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 01 Pis 05' 50" |
Moon | 13 Can 59' 46" |
Mercury | 24 Aqu 36' 52" |
Venus | 04 Aqu 26' 43" |
Mars | 05 Aqu 23' 41" |
Jupiter | 09 Tau 44' 46" |
Saturn | 08 Pis 43' 34" |
Uranus | 19 Tau 20' 22" |
Neptune | 26 Pis 23' 27" |
Pluto | 00 Aqu 56' 47" |
Venus
Venus
Jupiter