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Solar activity was at moderate levels. Region 3615 (S13W81, Fkc/beta-gamma-delta) produced the strongest flare of the period, an M3.2/Sf (R1-Minor) flare at 29/0230 UTC. The region exhibited minor growth in its trailer spot as it rotated towards the limb. The remaining numbered active regions were mostly quiet an stable. 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 were at nominal levels. Solar wind speed declined from approximately 400 km/s to near 340 km/s. Total field ranged from 1-4 nT. Phi angle was variable.
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 waning moon is currently in Sagittarius, at 05 degrees, 28' 15", at a velocity of 12.59 degrees per day.
The Waning Gibbous moon is currently 19.3 days old. It is 388850.97 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 Aries
The Sun is at 10 Ari 02' 18", and is 149409006km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Sagittarius
The Moon is at 05 Sag 28' 15", and is 392733km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Aries
Mercury is prograde at 26 Ari 47' 24", moving at 0.32 degrees per day, and is 114249350km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Pisces
Venus is prograde at 22 Pis 42' 14", moving at 1.24 degrees per day, and is 241906789km away and receding.
Weave your way through the cosmos, dear friends, for now is the time to bask in the ethereal glow of Venus swaying to the rhythm of Pisces! Oh, and don't forget to pack your spacesuit, you would not want to miss this interstellar love fest.
Imagine if you will, Venus, the universe's dazzling diva, donning the dreamy dress of Pisces. The result? A celestial smorgasbord of love, compassion, and a touch of otherworldly escapism. Beware though, as this combination can be as intoxicating as that DIY fermentation experiment I tried last summer. Turns out grape juice and yeast do NOT mix well with comic books. Who'd have thought?
But back to Venus in Pisces: it’s like falling in love with that attractive alien life form from your favorite sci-fi show. It's alluring, mysterious, fascinating... but remember to keep your space helmet on! This transit could cloud your judgement faster than a supernova explosion. So, unless you've had plenty of space-time continuum to get to know someone, hold off on exchanging promise rings forged from meteorite metals.
However, seeing people through rose-colored space goggles isn’t always an intergalactic disaster. If you've been nitpicking about your partner's shortcomings, let Venus in Pisces turn your relationship into a beautiful nebula of understanding and appreciation. It's like discovering your significant other is actually a superhero with cosmic powers. How cool is that?
On the financial front, this is a golden opportunity to monetize your imaginative pursuits. Perhaps start that astrology blog you've been thinking about, or sell those handmade galaxy pendants. Just remember, Venus in Pisces isn't about chasing the almighty space-dollar. It's more about using your gifts to spread love and compassion across the universe. Or at least, your part of it.
So, buckle up, space explorers! Let the cosmic dance of Venus in Pisces take you on a romantic voyage through the stars. And remember, no matter how alluring the alien life forms may be, always keep your space helmet on!
Mars
Mars is in Pisces
Mars is prograde at 05 Pis 39' 35", moving at 0.78 degrees per day, and is 313714822km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 16 Tau 58' 58", moving at 0.21 degrees per day, and is 862549815km away and receding.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 13 Pis 24' 09", moving at 0.11 degrees per day, and is 1584893189km away and approaching.
Okay, folks! Strap on your space helmets because Saturn - the celestial equivalent of that strict but loving parent who insists on everything being tidy - has moved into Pisces. Yes, you heard me right. That's like having a surprise inspection from your landlord when you're in the middle of redecorating. Panic stations, right? Wrong! This is actually a pretty stellar time (pun intended) to channel your inner Marie Kondo and start cleaning up your dreams.
Now, I know what you're thinking. "But, Commander, my dreams are none of Saturn's business!" Well, tell that to the 764 Earth-sized planets that revolve around him. When Saturn's floating through the nebulous realm of Pisces, he's got a front-row seat to our dreams and aspirations. So, let's make sure he gets a good show!
Channel your inner Jedi and use this transit to meditate on what you want to achieve. Dreamt of opening your own business? Get that business plan sorted. Fancy writing a book? Start jotting down your ideas. Saturn and Pisces together are like Yoda and Luke Skywalker - they'll whip you into shape and help you navigate your way to success.
Getting a visit from the cosmic taskmaster isn't always a walk in the park (or a float in space, if we're being accurate). But don't stick a "Do Not Disturb" sign on your door and hope he'll go away. That's about as useful as a chocolate teapot. Instead, open the door, invite him in, and listen to his advice. He might be demanding, but he's got wisdom to share.
If you're feeling a bit restless during this period (and who wouldn't with Saturn breathing down their neck), remember to take care of yourself. Meditate, take a walk in the woods (or on the moon if you can swing it), or do some deep breathing exercises. You could even treat yourself to an early night - just don't forget your dream journal!
So, folks, as Saturn parks his big old spaceship in Pisces, remember this: he's here to help us tidy up our dreams and make them a reality. So, let's roll up our sleeves and get to work! And remember, in space, no one can hear you clean...
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 20 Tau 42' 12", moving at 0.05 degrees per day, and is 3043698094km away and receding.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 27 Pis 50' 31", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 4619089595km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is prograde at 01 Aqu 50' 23", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5286962637km away and approaching.
Alright folks, buckle up! Pluto, our favorite dwarf planet (let's not get into the whole "is it a planet or not" debate right now), is doing a cosmic tango with Aquarius. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Oh no, another astrological event I don't understand." But this isn't like that time you couldn't find your keys and blamed Mercury Retrograde. This is serious...ly transformative!
See, Pluto is like the Marie Kondo of planets. It comes along, takes a look at your life, and says, "You know what? This doesn't spark joy." Then it proceeds to metaphorically throw away half your soul's wardrobe to make space for a new spiritual ensemble. Death, rebirth, transformation—it's all in a day's work for our pal Pluto.
Now, throw Aquarius into the mix—our resident sign of progress—and we've got ourselves a recipe for some major changes. Think of it as a cosmic software update, but instead of just getting new emojis, we might see leaps in science, technology, and space travel. Heads up, Elon Musk!
And let's not forget about social issues. Aquarius and Pluto aren't just about inventing the next iPhone or finding Alien life. They're about forging new alliances, advancing civil rights, and taking humanitarianism to the next level.
On a personal level, Pluto's dance with Aquarius is like a wake-up call from the universe, urging us to rethink our priorities. Instead of being self-centered, it's whispering in our ears: "Hey, how about considering the needs of others for a change?" It's like the universe is trying to turn us all into Mother Teresa or something.
So, are you ready for this cosmic transformation? Will you accept the call to become a better version of yourself? Or will you just blame the next missing pair of socks on Pluto Retrograde? The choice is yours, my friends!
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 10 Ari 02' 18" |
Moon | 05 Sag 28' 15" |
Mercury | 26 Ari 47' 24" |
Venus | 22 Pis 42' 14" |
Mars | 05 Pis 39' 35" |
Jupiter | 16 Tau 58' 58" |
Saturn | 13 Pis 24' 09" |
Uranus | 20 Tau 42' 12" |
Neptune | 27 Pis 50' 31" |
Pluto | 01 Aqu 50' 23" |
Venus
Jupiter