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Solar activity reached moderate levels due to an isolated M1.3 flare at 15/0627 UTC from Region 3712 (S25E14, Ekc/beta-gamma-delta). Region 3712 was responsible for the majority of the C-class flare activity as well. Regions 3712 and 3716 (N10E23, Dsi/beta) both exhibited growth in intermediate spots. Slight growth was also observed in Region 3717 (N08W33, Cro/beta). The rest of the spotted regions were either stable or slightly decaying.
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 indicated the arrival of a CME, possibly the 12 Jun CME. At 15/1103 UTC, a weak shock arrived at the ACE spacecraft. Total field increased from 6 nT to 14 nT while the Bz initially deflected southward to near -13 nT. Solar wind speed increased from 368 km/s to 458 km/s before becoming variable between 360-455 km/s. Total field remained between 10-14 nT. Phi angle was variable.
There is a 35% chance of solar activity, with a 25% chance of a minor event, a 10% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Libra, at 17 degrees, 50' 22", at a velocity of 11.93 degrees per day.
The First Quarter moon is currently 9.2 days old. It is 404154.3 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 25 Gem 36' 19", and is 151969998km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Libra
The Moon is at 17 Lib 50' 22", and is 402312km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Gemini
Mercury is prograde at 27 Gem 33' 39", moving at 2.19 degrees per day, and is 197775494km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Gemini
Venus is prograde at 28 Gem 46' 17", moving at 1.23 degrees per day, and is 259040881km away and approaching.
Mars
Mars is in Taurus
Mars is prograde at 05 Tau 13' 54", moving at 0.74 degrees per day, and is 269155846km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Gemini
Jupiter is prograde at 04 Gem 56' 27", moving at 0.23 degrees per day, and is 891723613km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 19 Pis 16' 33", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 1424901285km 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 25 Tau 00' 04", moving at 0.05 degrees per day, and is 3059857081km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 29 Pis 51' 40", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4481590480km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is retrograde at 01 Aqu 40' 26", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5117863473km 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 | 25 Gem 36' 19" |
Moon | 17 Lib 50' 22" |
Mercury | 27 Gem 33' 39" |
Venus | 28 Gem 46' 17" |
Mars | 05 Tau 13' 54" |
Jupiter | 04 Gem 56' 27" |
Saturn | 19 Pis 16' 33" |
Uranus | 25 Tau 00' 04" |
Neptune | 29 Pis 51' 40" |
Pluto | 01 Aqu 40' 26" R |
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
Mercury
Venus