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Solar activity reached high levels as a result of AR3590 (N18E26, Fkc/beta-gamma-delta) producing a pair of X1 flares at 21/2307 UTC and 22/0632 UTC. This same AR then produced an X6.3/3b flare at 22/2234 UTC, which is this largest flare of this solar cycle. A tenflare of 240 SFU was associated with this event and peaked at 22/2225 UTC. No resulting CME has been observed as of the time of this writing. Former AR3575 (S36, L=178), which is just now becoming visible on the southeast limb, produced an M1.5 flare at 22/0014 UTC. There was only one other spotted AR on the visible disk, which has continued to remain stable and inactive. No Earth-directed CMEs were observed.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
The solar wind environment was at nominal levels. Total field strength peaked at 7 nT and Bz was variable. Wind speeds averaged near 350 km/s. Phi was positive.
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 waxing moon is currently in Leo, at 20 degrees, 24' 56", at a velocity of 11.96 degrees per day.
The Full moon is currently 13.6 days old. It is 403257.87 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 04 Pis 07' 09", and is 147989578km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Leo
The Moon will change from Leo to Virgo in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 20 Leo 24' 56", and is 404554km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Aquarius
Mercury will change from Aquarius to Pisces in the next 24 hours.
Mercury is prograde at 29 Aqu 54' 52", moving at 1.79 degrees per day, and is 207718027km away and approaching.Venus
Venus is in Aquarius
Venus is prograde at 08 Aqu 09' 24", moving at 1.24 degrees per day, and is 220402362km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Aquarius
Mars is prograde at 07 Aqu 42' 32", moving at 0.77 degrees per day, and is 334445362km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 10 Tau 12' 32", moving at 0.16 degrees per day, and is 794984241km away and receding.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 09 Pis 05' 28", moving at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 1601806119km away and receding.
Are you ready to phone home, folks? Well, that might be a bit tricky because our communication satellite, Saturn, is chilling in Pisces right now and it's about 1.6 billion kilometers away. I mean, that's quite the long-distance call, right? But on the bright side, Saturn is prograde, so at least it's moving in the right direction.
Saturn lounging in Pisces is like your favorite high school teacher crashing your daydream about becoming the next Elon Musk or J.K. Rowling. It might feel intrusive, like, "Hey, Saturn, this is my dreamy Piscean bubble, go orbit elsewhere!" But hold your cosmic horses. Saturn, the grandmaster of rules, is here to give your imagination a reality check. It's like having your own personal life coach from the cosmos. Step aside, Tony Robbins!
So, this is the time to channel your inner nerd. Get out your calculators, spreadsheets, and notepads. Create a business plan, work out a budget, look into all those boring things like loan options and interest rates. Who knows, you might actually start enjoying it. Remember, the combination of Saturn's discipline and Pisces' creativity is like Batman and Robin - they just work together.
Now, this planetary slumber party in Pisces may agitate your sleep a bit. It’s like having a rave in the realm of dreams. You might toss and turn, brainstorm business plans at 3 AM, or dream about Saturn singing lullabies. But hey, don't panic, this is a great opportunity to cultivate some Zen. Meditate, take a leisurely walk among the trees, practice deep breathing or just take a nap (and keep that dream journal handy!).
Remember, every cosmic event has a silver lining. Embrace the Saturn in Pisces vibe, it's here to turn your dreams into reality while giving you a masterclass in adulting. So, why not welcome this planetary dad with open arms? After all, his advice might be the key to your future success. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go calculate my intergalactic phone bill…
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 19 Tau 24' 20", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 2966955813km away and receding.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 26 Pis 29' 48", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 4609794935km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is prograde at 01 Aqu 01' 56", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5352960588km away and approaching.
Alright stargazers, grab your light sabers and buckle up! Pluto, the celestial bad boy of transformation, is doing a slingshot maneuver around Aquarius, the zodiac's forward-thinking genius. This is like if Luke Skywalker decided to swap his Jedi robes for some snazzy Stormtrooper gear - life as we know it is about to get a major reboot.
When I say transformation, I don't mean you're just going to change your outfit or decide to binge-watch a new series on intergalactic Netflix. No, this is soul-deep, identity-stripping, ego-busting change. It's like Yoda said, "You must unlearn what you have learned." Pluto is here to help us shed our old selves faster than a Wookiee sheds hair on your new sofa.
This cosmic combo of Pluto and Aquarius is like mixing the Force with hyperdrive. Expect quantum leaps in science, technology, and space travel. (I'm personally hoping for a working lightsaber... just saying.) But more importantly, this transit is all about leveling up our humanity. The real power players in this era won't be the Sith Lords, but the ones who stand up for justice, equality, and interstellar peace.
In the personal realm, Pluto in Aquarius wants us to rethink our place in the galaxy. Instead of asking, "What's in it for me?" we should be asking, "What's in it for us?" It's a shift from the Dark Side's self-centeredness to the Jedi's selflessness. So, are you ready to become the Jedi Knight the universe needs? Or will you let this transformational opportunity zoom by like a missed shot at the Death Star?
Remember, the Force (and Pluto) is with you, always.
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 04 Pis 07' 09" |
Moon | 20 Leo 24' 56" |
Mercury | 29 Aqu 54' 52" |
Venus | 08 Aqu 09' 24" |
Mars | 07 Aqu 42' 32" |
Jupiter | 10 Tau 12' 32" |
Saturn | 09 Pis 05' 28" |
Uranus | 19 Tau 24' 20" |
Neptune | 26 Pis 29' 48" |
Pluto | 01 Aqu 01' 56" |
The Sun
You may feel like expressing yourself today through your thoughts and words. You feel a need to be heard, that you have something of importance to say. Say what is on your mind, but give equal time to others and listen to them. You might learn something new. Your thinking today should be sharp and focused.
The Sun
This transit is drawing your attention to living up to your responsibilities and doing your duty. You may feel limited and constrained today, but do not let that feeling keep you from living up to your obligations. Take care of business, then you will be truly free to do as you wish. Your energy level may be low, but do not use this as an excuse for not doing your best. Do not put limits and burdens on others. Guard against depression. You can accomplish quite a lot if you stay focused.
Venus
Venus
Mars
Jupiter