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Solar activity increased to moderate levels due to an M6.1 flare from Region 3697 (S19W46, Dkc/beta-gamma-delta). Region 3697 continued to be the largest and most complex spot group. Separation was observed in its northern most spots as well as growth in the trailers. Region 3695 (N27, L=026) produced a C7.8 flare at 06/1952 UTC from beyond the W limb. Regions 3698 (N22W56, Dai/beta) and 3703 (S07W25, Dac/beta-gamma) exhibited growth in their intermediate spots. New Regions 3707 (S15E57, Cso/beta) and 3708 (S22E73, Hsx/alpha) were numbered in the SE. An unnumbered area of spots near S10 were observed rotating onto the E limb.
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 decreased to nominal levels. Solar wind speeds varied between 350-500 km/s, but the data were noisy. Total field ranged from 1-6 nT while the Bz component was between +6/-5 nT. Phi angle was mostly negative.
There is a 15% chance of solar activity, with a 1% 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 Gemini, at 26 degrees, 24' 43", at a velocity of 13.61 degrees per day.
The New moon is currently 0.8 days old. It is 382737.57 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 22:59:17, 5 Jul, 2024. The next full moon is at 10:19:50, 21 Jul, 2024.
The Sun
The Sun is in Gemini
The Sun is at 17 Gem 00' 05", and is 151831060km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Gemini
The Moon will change from Gemini to Cancer in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 26 Gem 24' 43", and is 379414km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Gemini
Mercury is prograde at 08 Gem 01' 21", moving at 2.09 degrees per day, and is 191553848km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Gemini
Venus is prograde at 17 Gem 42' 43", moving at 1.23 degrees per day, and is 259574123km away and approaching.
Mars
Mars is in Aries
Mars is prograde at 28 Ari 33' 57", moving at 0.75 degrees per day, and is 274481664km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Gemini
Jupiter is prograde at 02 Gem 52' 26", moving at 0.23 degrees per day, and is 897416786km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 19 Pis 00' 32", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 1447286966km away and approaching.
Okay, folks, strap in and put your space helmets on, because Saturn is hovering in Pisces. It's like the universe's version of a grumpy grandpa visiting a psychedelic fish tank. It's not just about getting starry-eyed over the nebulae though, no, Saturn is doing some cosmic housekeeping at a whopping 1,576,278,394.181507826km away. And yes, you guessed right! The old fella's gone prograde on us. We’re talking full-on forward motion.
Now, when Saturn, our celestial taskmaster, meets Pisces, the dreamy, artsy guru of the zodiac, it's like Spock meeting a Vulcan mind-meld with Picasso. It’s time to take those daydreams of yours, you know the ones where you're writing a bestselling novel or running a successful business, and give them a Vulcan salute.
This cosmic combo is here to ensure that your dreams don't just end up as beautiful supernovae in the cosmos of your mind. They want you to get off your asteroid and make things happen. You might need to draft a business plan, draw up a budget, or beam yourself up to the bank for a loan.
Now, I won’t lie to you, Saturn in Pisces isn't always a leisurely cruise on the USS Enterprise. Saturn might be the unwelcome guest who questions your most cherished dreams, but remember, the Captain doesn’t shy away from a challenge. Instead of putting up shields and firing photon torpedoes, why not let Saturn in and listen to what it has to say? After all, this cosmic old-timer has seen more than a few star systems in its day.
With Saturn in Pisces, you might find yourself feeling like you've been beamed up to the sleepless realms of insomnia. Your usual 8-hour stasis chamber sleep might seem as elusive as a Romulan cloaking device. But fear not, my starfleet! This is the perfect time to cultivate some much-needed inner peace. Meditate, take a stroll through your local holodeck forest, or simply breathe like you’re on a vacation in the oxygen-rich atmosphere of an unexplored M-class planet.
Remember, this cosmic event is all about listening to the wisdom that the universe has to offer. So, put your tr
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 24 Tau 31' 15", moving at 0.05 degrees per day, and is 3070016974km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 29 Pis 45' 39", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4503993993km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is retrograde at 01 Aqu 49' 24", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5131739949km away and approaching.
Picture this: Pluto, the wee 'planet' (we're still salty about that downgrade, aren't we?) with a heart-shaped surface feature, is hanging out in Aquarius, the sign of the water-bearer. Now, before you start picturing Pluto getting a nice splash from Aquarius' jug, remember, Aquarius is an air sign. So, no, Pluto is not getting a much-needed bath.
Pluto, the celestial equivalent of that one intense friend who always insists on deep, existential conversations at 2 AM, is all about transformation. And not just the "Oh, I think I'll cut bangs" kind, but the "I'm going to reevaluate my entire life, quit my job, and move to a Tibetan monastery" kind. Pluto doesn't do things by halves, folks.
Meanwhile, Aquarius is the sign of progress, innovation, and the odd science experiment gone wrong (or right, depending on your perspective). When these two get together, it's like a sci-fi movie plot: expect the unexpected, and then multiply it by ten.
We're talking radical shifts in science, technology, and even space travel. Who knows, maybe teleportation will finally be a thing during this transit? A girl can dream! But it's not just about cool gadgets and warp speed; it's also about humanity. This transit could see us becoming more compassionate, more empathetic, and more inclined to work together for the betterment of all.
On a personal level, Pluto in Aquarius is the cosmic kick in the pants we need to change how we view ourselves and our place in the world. Instead of being self-focused, it's time to think about what's best for all. Basically, it's about becoming more like Mr. Spock and less like Sheldon Cooper.
So, are you ready for this cosmic shake-up? Because like it or not, Pluto in Aquarius is here, and it's about to make things a whole lot more interesting!
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 17 Gem 00' 05" |
Moon | 26 Gem 24' 43" |
Mercury | 08 Gem 01' 21" |
Venus | 17 Gem 42' 43" |
Mars | 28 Ari 33' 57" |
Jupiter | 02 Gem 52' 26" |
Saturn | 19 Pis 00' 32" |
Uranus | 24 Tau 31' 15" |
Neptune | 29 Pis 45' 39" |
Pluto | 01 Aqu 49' 24" R |
The Sun
The Sun
Venus
Jupiter