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Solar activity was low this period. Region 3272 (S21E38, Eai/beta-gamma) produced most of the periods C-class flare activity, the largest of which was a C9/Sf flare at 09/0608 UTC. Region 3272 showed signs of decay and consolidation early this period, but this was followed by a slight resurgence and increased spot count later in the day. New Region 3273 (N10E27, Cao/beta) emerged rapidly after 09/0800 UTC and contributed a few low-level C-flares. Multiple low-level C-flares were registered this period from an unnumbered region beyond the SE limb.
The solar kp index is unsettled, with retrograde effects slightly enhanced. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
A nominal solar wind environment prevailed until 09/2158 UTC when a small increase was observed in total field strength. Total field strength was steady near 4 nT throughout the majority of the day and Bz ranged between +/-5 nT. An increase to 8 nT was observed after 09/2158 UTC. Phi angle was negative. Low solar wind density values resulted in long periods of bad plasma data.
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 09 degrees, 43' 00", at a velocity of 13.61 degrees per day.
The Waning Gibbous moon is currently 18.8 days old. It is 373368.79 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 4:15:48, 20 Apr, 2023. The next full moon is at 17:36:47, 5 May, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Aries
The Sun is at 20 Ari 07' 11", and is 149842001km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Sagittarius
The Moon is at 09 Sag 43' 00", and is 377694km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Taurus
Mercury is prograde at 09 Tau 18' 48", moving at 1.13 degrees per day, and is 137219301km away and approaching.
Greetings, stargazers and fellow intergalactic hitchhikers! Our mental motherboard, Mercury, has taken a cosmic detour through the realm of Taurus, the astrological equivalent of a bean bag chair. At 137,390,718.847035646km away – give or take a few atoms – Mercury is currently operating in prograde mode, which means it's time to buckle up and embrace the practical side of life!
As Mercury unpacks its cosmic suitcase in Taurus, we'll all start to feel a gravitational pull towards sturdy thoughts and reliable communication. This planetary combo is like a Vulcan mind meld with Mr. Spock and a Taurean tree-hugger. It's time to wave goodbye to flights of fancy and say "hello" to some down-to-earth decision-making.
While Mercury meanders through Taurus, you might find your daydreams about jetpacking to Jupiter temporarily grounded. Fear not, my celestial friends, for this is a prime opportunity to trade those abstract ambitions for tangible blueprints. Think of it as trading in your Millennium Falcon for a trusty tractor – sure, it's less flashy, but it's perfect for plowing through the fields of productivity.
So, as you traverse the cosmos during this transit, remember: imagination may be a soothing balm for the spirit, but now's the time to put those dreams into action! Roll up your spacesuit sleeves, fire up the warp drive, and let Mercury in Taurus be your celestial guide to a more practical universe.
Venus
Venus is in Taurus
Venus will change from Taurus to Gemini in the next 24 hours.
Venus is prograde at 28 Tau 53' 59", moving at 1.17 degrees per day, and is 169101405km away and approaching.Mars
Mars is in Cancer
Mars is prograde at 07 Can 54' 35", moving at 0.52 degrees per day, and is 230994103km away and receding.
Allons-y, space cadets! Mars is taking a cosmic vacay in Cancer, and it's about to get as cozy as the TARDIS on a rainy day. With 230,939,903.974694818km of space between us, Mars is doing the moonwalk (prograde, that is) and bringing a touch of home to our lives.
Imagine a Time Lord tea party, blending Mars' fiery energy with Cancer's love for tradition and family values. We're talking scones with a side of sonic screwdrivers, my friends. It's a perfect time to boldly go where no one has gone before... while still making it home in time for dinner.
Now, Mars in Cancer might sound like a paradox - like a Dalek asking for a hug - but fear not! It's all about channeling that warrior spirit into protecting our nearest and dearest. So roll up your sleeves and grab your sonic sunglasses, because it's time to tackle those domestic tasks you've been avoiding.
Feel the urge to stand up for a family member or an issue close to your heart? Channel your inner Doctor and use that force for good! Mars in Cancer might prefer warm-fuzzies over fisticuffs, but if push comes to shove, this combo can bring out your inner Time Lord warrior. Just remember, with great power comes great responsibility (oops, wrong fandom).
The only snag? Mars in Cancer might have you feeling more indecisive than a Weeping Angel in a staring contest. You'll want to take action, but only if your hearts (that's right, plural) are in it. So, be aware of any reactive, emotionally-driven decisions, and try not to let your inner Cyberman take the wheel.
In summary, Mars in Cancer is like a mash-up of your favorite sci-fi heroes: a little bit of courage, a dash of vulnerability, and a whole lot of love for home and family. So grab your jelly babies, hold tight to your loved ones, and remember... bowties are cool.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Aries
Jupiter is prograde at 21 Ari 21' 07", moving at 0.24 degrees per day, and is 890706909km away and receding.
Greetings, fellow space nerds! Buckle up because our cosmic overlord Jupiter is currently hanging out in the fiery, action-packed Aries, and things are about to get lit! At a whopping 890,703,472.760400414 km away, Jupiter’s doing the groovy prograde shuffle, and we're all invited to the celestial dance party.
Imagine your brain as an intergalactic playground during Jupiter in Aries. It's like a cosmic comic-con full of innovative ideas, mad scientist vibes, and lightning-fast intuition. Time to kick the old-school thinking to the curb and nerd out on some futuristic solutions! Aries, being the zodiac's trailblazer, boldly goes where no one has gone before. So strap on your jetpacks and let's explore new horizons – no time for map-reading when there are galaxies to discover!
Jupiter in Aries is basically the DIY guru of the zodiac, encouraging us to learn from our own cosmic trial and error. Forget the traditional classroom – we're all about that hands-on, experimental approach. But don't let the "selfie" mindset hinder you from learning from others. Remember, knowledge is like a black hole – it will only grow when we feed it!
Now, let's not forget that Aries is ruled by Mars – the planet of fire and impatience – so things might get a tad heated during this transit. Opinions will blaze like a supernova, making confrontations more likely than peaceful alien encounters. But hey, even E.T. had to phone home, right? Keep an open mind (and heart) during these fiery times and embrace both sides of the cosmic conversation.
So, how do we make the most of this Jupiter-in-Aries rollercoaster? It's simple: We're the captains of our own spaceships, and our fate lies in the stardust of our actions. Embrace your inner space explorer, unlock the wormhole to your dreams and tap into the infinite power of the cosmos. Remember, the universe is expanding – and so are you!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 03 Pis 38' 56", moving at 0.1 degrees per day, and is 1566719849km away and approaching.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 17 Tau 16' 18", moving at 0.05 degrees per day, and is 3072865598km away and receding.
Alright, kid, buckle up 'cause Uranus is in Taurus and it's about to shake things up faster than the Millennium Falcon on the Kessel Run. Now, I know you Taurus folks like to keep things steady, like navigating through an asteroid field, but let me tell ya, with Uranus being 3,072,833,762.61681km away and currently prograde, big, sudden changes are comin' whether you like it or not.
Now, don't go all Darth Vader on me here, but we're talking about some serious revolutions in the way we handle money, both in this galaxy and far, far away. During the seven years that Uranus plans to hang out in Taurus, we might see brand-new forms of galactic credits, banks changing faster than a shapeshifting bounty hunter, and the housing and stock markets doing loop-the-loops like an X-Wing in a dogfight.
On a more personal level, think of Uranus in Taurus as your very own rebellion against the dark side of money: debt, taxes, credit card interest, rent, and mortgages. These are the things that can trap you like carbonite, preventing you from saving or using your hard-earned credits the way you want to. Heck, you might even feel trapped by your material possessions in general, like that one time I got caught up with the Ewoks on Endor.
During this transit, you've gotta be ready and willing to change your relationship to money and materialism, just like I had to learn to trust the Force. Trust me, resisting these changes is about as useful as yelling at Chewbacca to fix the hyperdrive faster. The changes happening now can actually bring you to a point of greater stability, like finding a secret rebel base on an ice planet.
So, remember: Uranus is here to liberate you like the scruffy-looking nerf-herder I am, and digging in your heels won't make things any easier or stop these changes from happening. Embrace the adventure and let the Force be with you during this wild ride through the cosmos!
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 26 Pis 03' 11", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 4610877482km away and approaching.
Greetings, Earthlings! As your friendly neighborhood astro-nerd, I come bearing cosmic news: Neptune, that groovy blue gas giant, is currently chilling in its home sign of Pisces, exactly 4,610,901,199.212203979 kilometers away (I mean, who's counting, right?). And guess what? It's moving prograde, just like a good little planet should!
So, my fellow stargazers, what does Neptune in Pisces mean for us mere mortals? Imagine if Mr. Spock and John Lennon had a love child - we're talking emotion meets spirituality, all wrapped up in a trippy package of unity and understanding. It's like we've been granted psychedelic goggles that reveal the folly of sweating the small stuff. Suddenly, coming together as one cosmic tribe seems like the grooviest idea since tie-dye.
This far-out transit is like an astral alarm clock, beckoning us to wake up and smell the cosmic coffee. We've all got gifts, talents, and dreams that can make this world a better place. Neptune in Pisces is your invitation to unleash your inner emotional genius and share your unique offerings with the universe (and maybe even score some karmic brownie points).
Feeling called to explore your spiritual side? Now's the perfect time to enroll in that crystal healing class you've been eyeing, or get in touch with your inner Bob Ross and paint some happy little chakras. Why not create a sacred space at home, too, where you can vibe with your higher self?
Remember, cosmic comrades, Neptune in Pisces is here to support us on our journey towards enlightenment, unity, and maybe even world peace. So let's boldly go where no man, woman, or sentient robot has gone before, and make the most of this out-of-this-world opportunity!
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is prograde at 00 Aqu 15' 12", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 5221844316km away and approaching.
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 20 Ari 07' 11" |
Moon | 09 Sag 43' 00" |
Mercury | 09 Tau 18' 48" |
Venus | 28 Tau 53' 59" |
Mars | 07 Can 54' 35" |
Jupiter | 21 Ari 21' 07" |
Saturn | 03 Pis 38' 56" |
Uranus | 17 Tau 16' 18" |
Neptune | 26 Pis 03' 11" |
Pluto | 00 Aqu 15' 12" |
The Sun
You should be feeling very well and alive today. This aspect gives generosity, vitality, and a desire to express and expand. Now is the time to broaden your horizons. You really like people today and have warm-hearted feelings about them. And they feel the same towards you. Consider new ideas and seek to widen your experiences. Guard against pride, over-optimism, self-indulgence and trying to take on too much.
Mercury
Venus
Your emotions are deep and powerful. As they say, still waters run deep. Today might be a good day to redecorate or make other changes to your home with the hope of bringing greater beauty and harmony into your life. It's a good time to find new uses for old or discarded items which no longer serve your purposes. Emotional self-regeneration is possible with these energies.