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Solar activity was moderate this period due to an M1 flare at 14/0936 UTC from AR 3363 (S22W34, Dko/Beta-Delta) This AR was once again among the largest on the visible solar disk and exhibited some development as it formed a small delta configuration in its leading spot group. At approximately 14/1013 UTC, a surge followed by a filament eruption just southwest of AR 3363 was observed in GOES SUVI 304 imagery. The resulting CME was modeled and results are pending as of time of this writing. Region 3367 (N10W69, Dao/Beta) underwent consolidation followed by decay in its leading spots, and was relatively quiet. Region 3372 (N24E39, Eko/Beta-Delta) continued to exhibit overall growth this period as it underwent some decay in its intermediate spots while beginning to form a weak delta in the northern portion of its trailing spots. This particular AR was also the culprit for a few C-class flare events.
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 were indicative of CME shock arrival, likely from the 11 Jul event. At 14/1526 UTC total field increased to 14 nT and has since increased to 18 nT. The Bz component began the period deflecting southward reaching up to -10 nT before settling northward at or near neutral for several hours. Then, shortly after shock arrival, the Bz component of the field deflected southward up to -12 nT before shifting northward. During shock arrival solar wind speeds abruptly increased from near 385 Km/s to 441 Km/s, and have since averaged between that peak and ~400 Km/s. Phi alternated between solar sectors throughout the period.
There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 35% chance of a minor event, a 20% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Gemini, at 24 degrees, 25' 12", at a velocity of 12.33 degrees per day.
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.2 days old. It is 395466.19 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 18:33:06, 17 Jul, 2023. The next full moon is at 18:33:26, 1 Aug, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Cancer
The Sun is at 22 Can 32' 33", and is 152068817km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Gemini
The Moon will change from Gemini to Cancer in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 24 Gem 25' 12", and is 397895km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Leo
Mercury is prograde at 07 Leo 47' 32", moving at 1.84 degrees per day, and is 186299804km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is prograde at 27 Leo 29' 21", moving at 0.28 degrees per day, and is 59537309km away and approaching.
Mars
Mars is in Virgo
Mars is prograde at 02 Vir 54' 44", moving at 0.61 degrees per day, and is 343103784km away and receding.
Alright, star gazers! Get out your pocket protectors and your calculators because Mars is doing its best Virgo impression and boy, it’s going to be a wild ride. Now, if you're like me and you've been wondering where to cut the fat in your work habits, well, congratulations! Mars is currently in Virgo, acting like the cosmic Marie Kondo, helping us declutter our lives and get things done faster than you can say "quantum physics."
This is like your personal astrological gym membership. You know, the one you always promise to use but somehow ends up collecting dust? Yeah, that one. Mars in Virgo is all about health, self-improvement, and making those plans stick like Velcro. But folks, let's not forget to balance those green smoothies with a slice of humble pie.
Now, I won't lie, there's a downside here. You might find yourself getting a bit...critical. Like a politician on a debate stage, you might feel the urge to nitpick and express yourself aggressively. After all, Mars in Virgo sets the bar higher than Elon Musk's SpaceX. But hey, don't sweat it! Instead of turning into a keyboard warrior, remember to breathe, practice patience, and maybe indulge in a little self-care. Aromatherapy, anyone?
Focus on the positive aspects. This is a prime time to balance your budgets, plan for your future, learn a new trade, job hunt, and anything else that requires attention to detail. If you've ever wanted to start a project, Mars in Virgo is giving you a cosmic green light. So, pull up your socks, grab your lucky pen, and let's get down to business!
Remember, folks, like a well-known politician once said "Yes, we can!" and with Mars in Virgo, yes, we will! Now go out there and conquer the stars, you magnificent nerds!
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 11 Tau 34' 03", moving at 0.15 degrees per day, and is 777490233km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 06 Pis 36' 15", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 1350700498km away and approaching.
Alright, stargazers, get ready for some cosmic shenanigans because Saturn is doing the backstroke in Pisces, and it's about as confusing as trying to teach a goldfish quantum physics. But don't worry, your resident space hippie is here to break down this astrological mashup in layman's terms, or should we call it "alien" terms? (Wink, wink).
So, Saturn in Pisces is like that strict, but well-meaning, professor who woke up one day and decided to teach Philosophy instead of Math. Suddenly, the rules-and-regulations guy is swimming in the deep, dreamy sea of imagination, whispering, "Hey, remember that wild idea you had about starting a worm farm for organic composting? Let's do it!"
But hold on to your telescopes, folks, because it's not all rainbows and unicorns. Saturn's still got his rulebook tucked under his arm and he's not afraid to use it. He might just ask you some tough questions like, "Do worms even like Mozart?" or "Have you considered the soil pH levels?" So, be prepared for some serious self-reflection, and maybe a pop quiz or two.
Now, Pisces is associated with dreams and sleep, so you might find yourself tossing and turning at night, pondering worm psychology. My advice? Embrace it! Go for a moonlit walk, practice some zero-gravity yoga (or regular yoga for earthlings), or try communicating with dolphins. And definitely keep a dream journal handy because Saturn might just drop a worm farming breakthrough in your REM cycle.
And remember, despite being retrograde, Saturn isn't going backwards, it's just taking the scenic route. So, buckle up, enjoy the ride, and don't forget to wave at Neptune on your way past!
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 22 Tau 15' 47", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 3010539114km away and approaching.
Welcome Earthlings, to another celestial episode of "As the Universe Turns!" Today we find our eccentric Uncle Uranus taking up residence in Taurus, the cosmic couch potato. And boy, what a visual... Uranus, the planet of shock and awe, trying to rouse Taurus, the zodiac's most hardcore fan of "if it ain't broke, don’t fix it" philosophy. Imagine trying to coax a snoozing bulldog off your favorite recliner - that's what we're dealing with here!
Now, Taurus loves counting their gold coins while sipping a nice cup of organic chai, but Uranus? Not so much. It’s the wild-eyed inventor, prone to flipping tables and shouting "Eureka!" at 3am. So, expect some revolutionary twists in your financial life. We might see Bitcoin replace dollar bills, or witness your local bank turn into a vegan smoothie shop. Hey, with Uranus, anything’s possible!
And on a personal level, Uranus is about to give us a masterclass on 'Money Detox'. Feeling handcuffed by debt, taxes, and rent? Are your material possessions starting to possess you? Well, hold onto your tin foil hats folks, because Uranus is here to free us from these earthly shackles! Resistance is futile (and not recommended unless you enjoy migraines).
Let's face it, change can be as welcome as a wormhole in your living room, but Uranus in Taurus is all about pulling us out of our comfort zones and pushing us towards a more sustainable future. The changes we embrace now could lead us to a better place - think Star Trek utopia, minus the occasional alien invasion. So buckle up, earthlings, for the ride of your life!
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 27 Pis 37' 54", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4407983429km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 29 Cap 17' 23", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5056369616km away and approaching.
The Sun
Mars