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Solar activity reached moderate levels. An unseen source region behind the SE limb produced an M3.5 flare at 16/1635 UTC and an M1.1 flare at 16/2155 UTC. Newly numbered Region 3613 (S23W17, Cao/beta) increased in size and spot count throughout the period, and produced a C1.6 flare at 16/1416 UTC. The remaining regions on the visible disk were either stable or in decay.
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 returned to background levels this period following weak CH HSS influences. Solar wind speeds decreased from a high of around 450 km/s to end-of-period values around 350 km/s. Total field strength ranged 2-5 nT and Bz was mostly neutral and northward throughout the period. The phi angle was predominantly positive.
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 Gemini, at 28 degrees, 12' 57", at a velocity of 12.84 degrees per day.
The First Quarter moon is currently 7.5 days old. It is 386753.07 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 18:23:21, 8 Apr, 2024. The next full moon is at 23:51:09, 23 Apr, 2024.
The Sun
The Sun is in Pisces
The Sun is at 27 Pis 09' 02", and is 148862716km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Gemini
The Moon will change from Gemini to Cancer in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 28 Gem 12' 57", and is 388718km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Aries
Mercury is prograde at 12 Ari 57' 19", moving at 1.67 degrees per day, and is 164861015km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Pisces
Venus is prograde at 06 Pis 37' 35", moving at 1.24 degrees per day, and is 234954600km away and receding.
Alright, my star-crossed friends, buckle up your asteroid belts and tighten your tin-foils because Venus is cha-cha sliding into Pisces! Now, I know what you're thinking, "What does this mean for my love life?" Well, let's just say if Shakespeare and Nicholas Sparks had a baby, it would be this transit. We're talking about an epic love story set in the cosmos- but don't get too excited, we aren't quite in Notebook territory yet.
Picture this; you're floating around in the nebula of love, every particle of you is drawn to every particle of them. It's like you've found your own personal black hole, except it's full of rainbows and unicorns and that feeling you get when you see a new episode of your favorite series has dropped. But folks, remember to keep your astronaut helmet on, because Venus in Pisces can turn your vision as foggy as London in November.
You might start seeing your partner through one helluva rose-tinted telescope, conveniently overlooking that they leave their socks all over the floor or that they cannot, for the love of all things celestial, remember to put the toilet seat down. So, unless you've studied them more than I've studied the theory of relativity—which is quite a bit, mind you—hold off on that intergalactic commitment, okay?
But hey, there's a silver lining in this cosmic cloud. If you've been nitpicking about your beau's shortcomings, this transit could just be what the astrologer ordered! Venus sashaying through Pisces will help us see the beauty in imperfections, turning those annoying habits into endearing quirks. It's like swapping control for connection, and trust me, the love you'll experience will be as pure as a virgin nebula.
Now, let's not forget the moolah! Venus in Pisces is less "Wolf of Wall Street" and more "Monk of Money Management." It's time to channel your inner Picasso or Einstein, harness that imaginative prowess, and see how you can turn it into a little bit of a cash flow. But remember, this isn't about chasing the Benjamins. No, my friends, Venus in Pisces wants us to spread the wealth, do some good in the world. So, find a cause that makes
Mars
Mars is in Aquarius
Mars is prograde at 25 Aqu 32' 41", moving at 0.78 degrees per day, and is 321194997km away and approaching.
Alright, my cosmic comrades, grab your helmets and buckle up! We're off on a Martian adventure. The red planet, Mars, is currently hanging out in the eccentric sign of Aquarius. Yes, it's as wild as it sounds, like a sci-fi movie where Arnold Schwarzenegger is the governor. Oh wait...
Mars’ jaunt through Aquarius is like a cosmic protest march. Aquarius, usually as cool and detached as a Spock at a Star Trek convention, gets a fiery jolt from Mars - think of it as adding Red Bull to your herbal tea. The aim? To ignite our minds and turn us into intellectual warriors. So, put down your lightsabers, folks - our brains are our lightsabers now.
This isn't a time for mulling over dusty textbooks or sticking to the same old routine. Nah, that’s too mainstream! Instead, Mars in Aquarius wants us to think so far outside the box that we can't even see the box anymore. It's like trying to locate Waldo on a map of the Milky Way.
While Mars is chilling in Aquarius, societal problems become as glaring as a neon sign at a vintage bar. Aquarius, the zodiac's resident humanitarian, has us rooting for the underdog. Once Mars fires up this sign, we not only see the issues but also the solutions. It's like having the cheat codes to the game of life. So, let's seize this chance for change, shall we?
Finally, with Mars in Aquarius, rules are about as appealing as a flat soda. Who needs 'em? It’s like being a rebel without a cause, only with a cause, and possibly a funky hat. Embrace this unique, radically different approach to life. It's all about personal liberation and growth, one quirk at a time. So, my friends, let's make the most of this Martian-Aquarian mashup and channel our inner rebels. May the force... I mean, Mars be with you!
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 14 Tau 18' 56", moving at 0.2 degrees per day, and is 841305550km away and receding.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 11 Pis 53' 05", moving at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 1596524026km away and approaching.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 20 Tau 08' 14", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 3019506140km away and receding.
Hold onto your socks, folks! Our pal Uranus – yep, the one that's chilling some 3 billion kilometers away (just a quick jaunt around the cosmic block) – has decided to bunk up with Taurus. Now, Taurus is typically all about the easy street, the slow and steady wins the race kind of vibe, right? Not big on surprises. But guess who loves surprises? Yes, that's right, our buddy Uranus. Bit of a cosmic sitcom setup, don't you think?
Picture Taurus, sipping on a cup of hot cocoa, comfortable in their routine. Suddenly, Uranus bursts through the door, track pants on head, yelling, "Surprise!" Oh, the cosmic drama!
But here's the thing, isn't change how we grow? Even if it means a little bit of chaos, a little bit of discomfort? We may not have a choice but to embrace these changes, but hey, who knows, we might just end up in a better place.
And let's talk about money - Taurus' favorite topic. With Uranus in the mix, we could be looking at some truly out-of-this-world shifts in our economic systems. Suddenly, your local bank could become as obsolete as a floppy disk. Brand new currencies could pop up, like Galactic Credits or Stellar Sheckels. Stock markets might do a moonwalk, and houses...well, they might just start levitating.
On a personal level, Uranus is here to help us break free from the golden shackles of materialism. Debt, taxes, credit card interest, rent, mortgages - all these things we've been taught are as inevitable as a black hole's event horizon, Uranus is here to challenge. It's time to rethink our relationship with money. Maybe we start trading in good vibes or cosmic karma points?
Yes, change can be scary. But remember, Uranus isn't here to wreak havoc. It's here to liberate us, to shake things up so we can rebuild stronger, better. Resistance is futile, my friends. So let's embrace the chaos, and remember, even in the midst of cosmic upheaval, don't forget to laugh. Because even the universe has a sense of humor.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 27 Pis 21' 06", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 4622075210km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is prograde at 01 Aqu 36' 09", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5314736860km away and approaching.
Well, lookie here! Our mysterious and far-flung buddy, Pluto, is shimmying its way through Aquarius. Just imagine a cosmic disco, with Pluto rocking bell-bottoms and Aquarius spinning the tunes. But don't be fooled, this isn't just a dance-off, it's a full-blown shift in the space-time continuum.
Pluto, you see, is the Mr. Miyagi of transformation – we're talking soul-deep, cathartic changes here, not just updating your profile picture or switching from almond to oat milk. This is the planet that says, "Out with the old, in with the new," like a celestial Marie Kondo but for your entire existence. It's about death and rebirth, shedding off the 'you' that doesn't spark joy anymore and making room for a sleeker, more grounded version.
Meanwhile, Aquarius, our resident mad scientist of the zodiac, is all about progress and innovation. Put these two in a room together and voila, you've got a recipe for some Grade-A, world-changing mojo. We're talking revolutionary shifts in tech, science, and even how we vacation – Pluto says pack your bags because space travel is happening, baby!
But this isn't just a tech extravaganza, folks. No, sir. Pluto in Aquarius also marks a profound shift in our social dynamics. Expect a cosmic reboot in the way we understand civil rights and humanitarianism. The high table is going to be occupied by those who understand the power of unity, empathy, and shared experiences. Governments and systems that were playing tug-of-war might just decide to start a game of Twister instead, wrapping themselves in alliances of mutual respect and shared goals.
In your personal life, Pluto's dance through Aquarius is an invitation to a good, hard look in the mirror. It's asking, "Hey, what if you started thinking about what's best for everyone else, instead of just number one?" It’s a cosmic wake-up call, urging us to shift from a 'me' to 'we' mentality. Are we ready to take the plunge? Tune in to find out!
So, buckle up, stargazers! The cosmic disco is in full swing, and the universe is playing our tune. Let's hit the dance floor and move with the music of change
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 27 Pis 09' 02" |
Moon | 28 Gem 12' 57" |
Mercury | 12 Ari 57' 19" |
Venus | 06 Pis 37' 35" |
Mars | 25 Aqu 32' 41" |
Jupiter | 14 Tau 18' 56" |
Saturn | 11 Pis 53' 05" |
Uranus | 20 Tau 08' 14" |
Neptune | 27 Pis 21' 06" |
Pluto | 01 Aqu 36' 09" |
The Sun
The Sun
You may feel a need to identify with others, to really understand them, and get closer to them sympathetically. At the same time, you may feel a need to escape from the trials of the world and get into a world of your own. Escaping like this is okay as long as it is done in a positive way, say, through meditation. Escaping by means of alcohol or drugs could be dangerous. Even though you may be tempted, do not give in to a desire to avoid all duty and responsibility today. Do not run away. Face things squarely. Be on guard for trickery.
Jupiter