Retrograde planets, solar and lunar eclipses, sign ingresses — a complete astrological overview of 2025
☿ Retrograde Planets
PlanetPeriodSign
♀VenusMar 1 — Apr 12♈ → ♓ Aries → Pisces
☿Mercury~ Mar 15 — Apr 7♈ → ♓ Aries → Pisces
☿Mercury~ Jul 18 — Aug 11♌ Leo
☿Mercury~ Nov 9 — Nov 29♐ → ♏ Sagittarius → Scorpio
🌑 Eclipses
Total Lunar EclipseMarch 14
♍ Virgo
Europe, Africa, Asia, Americas
Partial Solar EclipseMarch 29
♈ Aries
Northern Europe, Northern Africa
Total Lunar EclipseSeptember 7
♓ Pisces
Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia
Partial Solar EclipseSeptember 21
♍ Virgo
Antarctica, southern Pacific Ocean
🪐 Sign Ingresses
♆ Neptune → ♈ AriesMarch 30
Historic shift: Neptune leaves Pisces for the first time in ~165 years. In Aries it brings new ideals, spiritual movements, and artistic revolutions around personal identity. It had been in Pisces since 2012.
♄ Saturn → ♈ AriesMay 24
Saturn changes sign every ~2.5 years. In Aries the focus is on personal accountability, discipline in initiative, and structured self-expression. Particularly significant for Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn.
♅ Uranus → ♊ GeminiJuly 7
First, brief ingress of Uranus into Gemini — a preview of the new era. In November 2025 it retrogrades back to Taurus; the final ingress into Gemini occurs in April 2026.
FAQ
What is Mercury retrograde?
Mercury retrograde is a period when the planet appears to move backward from Earth's perspective. Mercury rules communication, transport, and technology. During retrograde, these areas require extra attention — delays, misunderstandings, and tech glitches are more likely.
How do eclipses affect zodiac signs?
Eclipses are powerful astrological turning points. Solar eclipses often mark the start of a new cycle; lunar eclipses signal completion and release. Their effects are strongest for those whose key natal chart positions are close to the eclipse degree.
What does an outer planet changing signs mean?
Outer planets (Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto) change signs every several years, setting the backdrop for entire generations or historical periods. Uranus changes signs roughly every 7 years, shifting dominant themes in society and technology.
* Dates marked "approx." are calculated from astrological cycles and may differ from exact astronomical data by 1–3 days.