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Solar activity returned to low levels with no M-class flare activity observed. Region 3421 (N14W26, Dai/Beta) produced the vast majority of the flares, including the largest of the period; a C5.3/Sf flare at 06/1756 UTC. This region began to exhibit signs of decay as it lost some of its intermediate spots. Region 3423 (N16E36, Dao/beta) displayed growth in both leader and trailer spots, increasing in overall area as well. Region 3425 (N23E70, Cso/beta) was numbered this period as it began to rotate into view on the north east limb. The remaining active regions were fairly unremarkable.
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.
The solar wind environment reflected a mildly enhanced solar wind regime. Total field averaged between 1 nT and 7 nT, Bz was between +5 and -6 nT, and wind speeds reached a peak of just over 460 km/s. The Phi angle spent several hours in both positive and negative orientations, but ended the period in a negative position.
There is a 35% chance of solar activity, with a 25% chance of a minor event, a 5% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Gemini, at 18 degrees, 15' 46", at a velocity of 12.56 degrees per day.
The Third Quarter moon is currently 22.5 days old. It is 391219.21 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 14 Vir 23' 21", and is 150778993km 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 18 Gem 15' 46", and is 392487km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Virgo
Mercury is retrograde at 12 Vir 50' 49", moving backwards at 0.95 degrees per day, and is 95733517km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is prograde at 12 Leo 24' 10", moving at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 54786850km away and receding.
Alright, space fans, lean in and listen up! We've got a celestial rave happening up there. Our Star of the Show? The lovely Venus, who's decided to shimmy into Leo's territory. Now, I don't know about you, but when Venus pulls up her party socks, things can get a little wild here on Earth. It's like a cosmic game of charades where we're all acting out our best telenovela scenes.
Expect your love life to go from 0 to 'Titanic movie ending' real quick. Leo, that fiery lion, ain't about subtlety. It's grand gestures galore! So, Hope you've got your binoculars handy because we're about to be shouting declarations of love from rooftops. Just make sure you're not on the wrong rooftop, folks, because jealousy can also sneak in as an uninvited guest.
And let me tell you, when Venus is in Leo, forget about being liked or appreciated - we're aiming for full-blown adoration status. It's like everyone's got their own fan club and if you're not center stage, well, let's just say the sidelines aren't where the party's at.
Now, bear in mind, Leo might be all about the fun and games, but it's also the King of Drama. So, if you're feeling a bit neglected, you might find yourself stirring up some interstellar storm just to grab the spotlight again. But remember, folks, this isn't a solo journey - it's a cosmic dance. Don't forget to bring your partner along.
What about the moolah, you ask? Well, while Venus is in Leo, money is like rocket fuel. It's about making you feel like you're on top of the Milky Way. And Leo, being the extravagant sign it is, loves a bit of glitz and glam. So, don't be surprised if your bank account takes a hit. But hey, what's a few extra zeroes when you're feeling like a zillion bucks, right?
So, buckle up, earthlings! Venus in Leo is here to add some technicolor to your life. Remember, a life without a dash of cosmic fun, is like Pluto without its heart-shaped glacier – simply unimaginable!
Mars
Mars is in Libra
Mars is prograde at 06 Lib 53' 60", moving at 0.65 degrees per day, and is 374451553km away and receding.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 15 Tau 34' 12", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 658416761km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 03 Pis 01' 01", moving backwards at 0.07 degrees per day, and is 1313528480km away and receding.
Alright, folks. I've got some intergalactic news for you. Saturn, aka the Universe's strict dad, has decided to spend some time in the dreamy realm of Pisces. Now before you throw a cosmic tantrum about your privacy, let me tell you why this might not be as dreadful as it sounds.
Saturn is basically that old school teacher who used to make you sweat bullets during surprise tests, but ultimately shaped you into a responsible adult. When Saturn is in Pisces, it's like having a life coach with a celestial twist. Perfect time to dust off those dreams of becoming the next J.K. Rowling or Elon Musk (minus the Twitter drama) and actually make a blueprint for them.
Oh, and just a heads up. Saturn being in Pisces is not exactly a cosmic beach party. It's more like a surprise visit by the tax auditor. Saturn will question every little starry-eyed dream you have. But hey! Instead of putting up a "No Trespassing" sign, maybe try inviting Saturn in for a cup of cosmic tea. Trust me, his advice is like that bitter medicine you hated as a kid, but it works wonders.
Now, Pisces rules over dreams and sleep, so you might find yourself tossing and turning at night. Before you reach for that bottle of melatonin, remember this is a great time to cultivate inner calm. Meditate, take a walk with Mother Nature, breathe deeply, or even take a nap (but keep a dream journal!). Maybe even hit the hay a bit earlier than usual. Why? Because we need to give our minds a break from the 24/7 Netflix binge session.
So, my dear stargazers, remember, while Saturn in Pisces can feel a little like an unexpected pop quiz, it's really just a way to help us bring our dreams down to Earth. So, grab your telescope, your dream journal, and maybe some soothing chamomile tea. Let's ride this cosmic wave together.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 23 Tau 02' 25", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 2878599784km away and approaching.
Alright, fellow star gazers! Grab your telescopes, your pocket protectors, and strap on those Birkenstocks because we're about to embark on a celestial rollercoaster ride. That's right, our buddy Uranus has decided to take a seven-year sabbatical in the cozy, comfort-loving sign of Taurus. For the record, that's approximately 2878671904.202411652km away from us (not that I'm counting). Oh, and did I mention it's doing this little jig in retrograde? Talk about shaking things up!
Poor Taurus, who loves its routines like a cat loves a cardboard box, is about to get a cosmic wake-up call. Imagine someone flipping your favourite recliner while you're still sitting in it - yeah, that kind of change. But trust me, as a seasoned astrologer and part-time chaos theorist, I can assure you that these changes are going to be like a software update: annoying at first but ultimately for the better.
Now, Taurus is the Warren Buffet of the zodiac, always having an eye for the money. So, with Uranus pulling the strings, prepare for some serious financial revolution. We're talking new forms of currency (Bitcoin, anyone?), potential banking overhauls, and maybe even a shake-up in the housing and stock markets. In other words, buckle up, Wall Street!
On the home front, Uranus in Taurus is like that hipster friend who convinces you to ditch your smartphone for a week or to go on a minimalist living experiment. It's all about breaking free from the chains of materialism. Debt, taxes, credit card interest, rent, mortgages - they're about as welcome as a skunk at a garden party. The goal here is to redefine our relationship with money and possessions. Think of it as a Marie Kondo-style tidying up, but for your wallet.
So, folks, despite our natural instinct to resist change (I see you, Taurus), let's remember that Uranus, our celestial liberator, is here to help us level up. Digging our heels in won't stop the tide - it'll just get our socks wet. Change is inevitable, and if navigated wisely, it can lead to greater stability. So, let's embrace it, shall we
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 26 Pis 36' 21", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 4326520870km away and approaching.
Alright, star gazers, hold onto your telescopes because this Neptune-In-Pisces shindig is about to get real. You know, "real" as in "let's all levitate off the ground and merge with the cosmos kind of real". So, get your cosmic sunglasses on because Neptune's doing his mystical disco dance in Pisces, and it's turning up the volume on our empathic antennas.
Neptune's doing the backstroke in the Piscean ocean, giving us this weird X-ray vision where we see beyond the petty squabbles, beyond the "he said, she said", and straight into the heart of unity. It’s like Captain Kirk suddenly realizing that Tribbles are not a menace, but simply hairy stress balls from outer space. It’s illuminating!
This cosmic alignment is screaming at us in Klingon to look at how we can add our own unique spice to the universal soup. We've all got these amazing gifts (and I'm not just talking about the ability to recite the entire Star Trek series word-for-word…though that is impressive).
Now's the time, my celestial comrades, to take that alien yoga class you've been eyeing or set up a shrine to your favorite science fiction author. Neptune's swirling energy is like a cosmic espresso shot, giving us the confidence to share our quirky passions with the world. Just remember, folks, Neptune isn't just a distant gas giant; it’s our cosmic cheerleader, pom-poms and all.
So, grab your tricorders and let's boldly go where no man has gone before...into a universe united under the banner of Neptune in Pisces! Engage!
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 28 Cap 09' 04", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 5107402251km away and receding.
The Sun
The Sun
You may feel like expressing yourself today through your thoughts and words. You feel a need to be heard, that you have something of importance to say. Say what is on your mind, but give equal time to others and listen to them. You might learn something new. Your thinking today should be sharp and focused.
The Sun
Mercury