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Solar activity was low and the five sunspot regions were stable and quiescent throughout the period. No Earth-directed CMEs were detected.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
A weakly enhanced solar wind environment prevailed throughout the period. Solar wind speeds slowly decreased from initial values near 450 km/s to 350 km/s, total field strength values ranged between 2-8 nT, and Bz was southward at around -6 nT for brief periods.
There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 10% 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 Capricorn, at 24 degrees, 54' 34", at a velocity of 14.85 degrees per day.
The Waxing Gibbous moon is currently 11.5 days old. It is 365829.7 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 1:40:05, 15 Sep, 2023. The next full moon is at 9:58:21, 29 Sep, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Virgo
The Sun is at 04 Vir 42' 51", and is 151132361km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Capricorn
The Moon will change from Capricorn to Aquarius in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 24 Cap 54' 34", and is 362478km away and approaching.Mercury
Mercury is in Virgo
Mercury is retrograde at 20 Vir 53' 46", moving backwards at 0.44 degrees per day, and is 98359191km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is retrograde at 13 Leo 07' 38", moving backwards at 0.27 degrees per day, and is 47639175km away and receding.
Alright folks, buckle up your asteroids because Venus just swaggered into the Leo party. Now, Venus is usually quite the charmer, but in Leo? She's like that eccentric aunt who brings life to family reunions with wild stories and her infectious laughter. She's here to paint the town red (or rainbow, Leo isn't picky about colors), so get ready for a cosmic rollercoaster of emotions.
When Venus is in Leo, love isn't just whispered sweet nothings, it's shouted off rooftops, written in skywriting and maybe even tattooed on forearms. Subtle? Not in this planetary alignment, my friends! You better be prepared to not just like or appreciate, but to adore. And I'm not talking about a polite golf clap kind of adoration, we're talking standing ovation, superfan levels of adoration here. If you're not ready to roll the dice of love, well, you might find yourself watching from the sidelines, clutching your horoscope and lamenting missed opportunities.
Now, let's talk drama. Leo's got it in spades, and Venus isn't afraid to play along. If you're not feeling like the star of your own rom-com during this transit, you might end up throwing a tantrum worthy of a soap opera diva. Remember, we're all stars in the grand cosmic play, so try to share the spotlight, will ya?
And let's not forget about money. When Venus is in Leo, you're spending it not just to satisfy needs, but to make yourself feel like a million bucks. Or maybe even a billion, with Leo's lavish tastes. But remember, Leo's also got a heart as big as a star, so spend some of that hard-earned cash on those you care about too. Because what's the point of feeling like a million bucks if you can't make others feel the same?
To sum it up, Venus in Leo is like a cosmic Mardi Gras - colorful, vibrant, and a bit over the top. So, let's embrace the fun and excitement, because without it, life would be as dull as a black hole. And remember, in the immortal words of Carl Sagan, "We're all made of star stuff," so shine on, you crazy diamonds!
Mars
Mars is in Libra
Mars is prograde at 00 Lib 27' 14", moving at 0.64 degrees per day, and is 370566731km away and receding.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 15 Tau 29' 35", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 679147584km away and approaching.
Well, stargazers, put on your cosmic cowboy boots because Jupiter, that big ol' cosmic tumbleweed, has huffed and puffed its way into Taurus... and it's ready to kick up some interstellar dirt. Picture Neo from The Matrix if he decided to ditch the trench coat for a flannel shirt and a pair of Wranglers. Now that's an image.
Jupiter, the celestial guru of wisdom, is cozying up with Taurus, the zodiac's most stubbornly immovable force. This is like Yoda deciding to take a power nap on a tortoise – it's slow-going, but there's a whole lot of wisdom going on. It's a gentle reminder that we don't always need to be rushing towards enlightenment at warp speed. Sometimes, the wisdom is just chilling in our back pockets, waiting for us to sit down and realise it's been there all along.
Here's an opportunity for us to trade in our hoverboards for good old-fashioned hiking boots and make some 'real world' progress towards our dreams. Jupiter's thirst for growth and Taurus' stoic persistence will help us to tick off those bucket list items one by one. It's like having your own personal cheer squad made up of a gas giant planet and a celestial bull. Talk about motivation!
With Jupiter in Taurus, life could become as prosperous as Scrooge McDuck's vault. After all, Jupiter's got the Midas touch and Taurus knows a thing or two about wealth. Just keep in mind that Taurus also has a PhD in overindulgence. When Jupiter, the planet of expansion, meets Taurus, the sign of 'more is more', we might end up confusing our needs with our wants. So, try not to go wild in the cosmic candy store, okay?
So, while Jupiter is doing the cosmic two-step in Taurus, remember to harness the wisdom, embrace the pace, tick off those goals, and try not to break the intergalactic bank. And, as always, keep reaching for the stars – they're only about 679229582.820428252km away.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 03 Pis 45' 57", moving backwards at 0.08 degrees per day, and is 1310940925km away and receding.
Alright, folks, it's time to buckle up and put those thinking caps on because Saturn, our celestial taskmaster, appears to have taken a detour into the cosmic fish tank we call Pisces. Now, don't go reaching for your panic button just yet. Let's try and make some sense out of this space oddity.
First off, as our favorite ringed planet goes skinny-dipping in the nebulous waters of Pisces, it's whispering – no, shouting – one word into our cosmic ears: introspection. So, if you've been fantasizing about penning that novel or launching that startup, now's the time to stop daydreaming and start doing. Get out your notepads, folks – Saturn in Pisces is about to turn into your personal life coach!
Now, I'm not saying Saturn's transit through Pisces is going to be as smooth as a fresh jar of Skippy! If you've got any dreams you've been keeping under lock and key, Saturn might just kick down the door and demand an explanation. It might feel like a cosmic invasion of privacy, but remember, Saturn is like that strict dad who just wants the best for you. So, swallow your pride, open the door, and listen up. He might just have some precious pearls of wisdom to share.
And let's not forget, folks, Pisces is the realm of sleep and dreams - a territory that could leave us feeling as restless as a cat in a room full of rocking chairs. So, try to keep calm and carry on. Meditate, take a leisurely stroll through the park, practice deep breathing, or even sneak in an afternoon siesta (with a handy dream journal by your side, of course!). Remember, maintaining a peaceful mind is the key to unlocking the cosmic wisdom Saturn in Pisces has to offer.
So there you have it, space cadets. Saturn has gone fishing in Pisces. Let's embrace the energy of this transit, and who knows? We might just reel in the big one.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 23 Tau 04' 30", moving at 0 degrees per day, and is 2902861358km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 26 Pis 51' 57", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4333689576km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 28 Cap 18' 55", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5089418366km away and receding.
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Mars
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