Mars retrograde 2027

Short answer: The next Mars retrograde is January 10, 2027 to April 1, 2027, starting in Virgo.

All Mars retrograde dates

Starts	Ends	Sign at start
Jan 10, 2027	Apr 1, 2027	Virgo

Dates are in Eastern Time and calculated from real planetary positions.

What Mars retrograde means

Mars retrograde happens about every two years and lasts around ten weeks. Energy, motivation and drive slow down, and frustration can build if you force things.

What to do during Mars retrograde

Finish projects instead of starting new fights or big launches. Rest, rework your strategy and move again when Mars turns direct.

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Questions people ask

When is the next Mars retrograde?

The next Mars retrograde is January 10, 2027 to April 1, 2027, starting in Virgo.

What does Mars retrograde mean?

Mars retrograde happens about every two years and lasts around ten weeks. Energy, motivation and drive slow down, and frustration can build if you force things.

What should I do during Mars retrograde?

Finish projects instead of starting new fights or big launches. Rest, rework your strategy and move again when Mars turns direct.