Sun
Virgo 26.58° direct
Current Planetary Positions & Natal Calculator
Ephemeris-backed planet degrees, transits, and Ascendant
Current Planetary Positions Today: September 19, 2026
Current sky snapshot: . These crawlable zodiac positions and motion states were calculated with the configured Swiss Ephemeris service. The daily timing feed refreshes this section when newer data is available; use the calculator below for a different date, time and location.
Moon
Capricorn 3.50° direct
Mercury
Libra 14.21° direct
Venus
Scorpio 5.15° direct
Mars
Cancer 24.86° direct
Jupiter
Leo 17.45° direct
Saturn
Aries 12.46° retrograde
Uranus
Gemini 5.66° retrograde
Neptune
Aries 3.18° retrograde
Pluto
Aquarius 3.23° retrograde
Current Aspects
Major aspects are calculated from the same daily ephemeris snapshot as the current positions above. The fallback table uses conservative maximum orbs: luminaries up to 6-8 degrees, personal planets up to 5 degrees, Jupiter/Saturn up to 4 degrees, and outer planets up to 3 degrees.
Neptune sextile Pluto
Orb 0.05°, separating. Neptune and Pluto highlight cooperation, flow, and usable support between their themes.
Moon square Neptune
Orb 0.32°, separating. Moon and Neptune highlight tension, adjustment, and clearer choices between their themes.
Moon sextile Venus
Orb 1.64°, applying. Moon and Venus highlight cooperation, flow, and usable support between their themes.
Sun sextile Mars
Orb 1.71°, separating. Sun and Mars highlight cooperation, flow, and usable support between their themes.
Mercury opposition Saturn
Orb 1.75°, separating. Mercury and Saturn highlight tension, adjustment, and clearer choices between their themes.
Venus square Pluto
Orb 1.92°, separating. Venus and Pluto highlight tension, adjustment, and clearer choices between their themes.
Upcoming Events
Sep 22, 2026, approx. 12:00 UTC
Moon enters Aquarius. The Moon changes sign, shifting short-term emotional tone toward Aquarius themes.
Sep 24, 2026, approx. 12:00 UTC
Moon enters Pisces. The Moon changes sign, shifting short-term emotional tone toward Pisces themes.
Sep 26, 2026, approx. 12:00 UTC
Moon enters Aries. The Moon changes sign, shifting short-term emotional tone toward Aries themes.
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How to read this
Identity and instinct
Start with Sun, Moon, and Ascendant. They describe your core style, emotional habits, and the tone people meet first.
Mind and attraction
Mercury describes how you think and speak. Venus covers taste, affection, and what feels easy to receive.
Drive and timing
Mars shows action style. Jupiter through Pluto add longer-range themes that matter more when repeated elsewhere in the chart.
What to check first
If you want a fast current astrology reading, start with the Moon for the daily tone, Mercury for communication, Venus for connection, Mars for pressure or motivation, and Saturn for commitments. Outer planets matter most when they closely contact your natal placements or repeat a larger pattern already active in your chart.
For a transit workflow, calculate your natal chart first, then compare the current degrees here against your natal Sun, Moon, Ascendant, Midheaven, Venus, Mars, and chart ruler. Close contacts by conjunction, square, opposition, trine, or sextile are usually more meaningful than sign-level descriptions alone.
Planetary Positions FAQ
Are these current planets or natal planets?
This calculator can show a birth-moment chart from the details you enter. To read the live sky, use today's date and current time, then compare those placements with your natal chart.
Which planet changes fastest?
The Moon changes signs every few days, so it is useful for short-term mood and timing. Outer planets move slowly and describe longer cycles when they contact personal placements.
What should I read next?
Use Transit Basics to compare current transits with natal placements, then check Cosmic Weather for the broader timing context.
Interpreting Current Planetary Positions
Current planetary positions show where core themes are active right now. Fast-moving planets can shift tone quickly, while outer planets shape longer cycles of growth and change. Use this page to identify today’s transit backdrop before making assumptions about a single difficult day.
For personal relevance, compare current positions with your natal chart. A transit has the strongest effect when it touches key placements such as your sun, moon, or angles. This combined view supports more accurate reflection and better timing decisions.
Quick answers
What planets are in retrograde right now?
Use the live planetary table on this page to check which planets are currently marked retrograde. Retrograde status changes over time, so it is better to read the current calculation than rely on a static list. For interpretation, compare retrograde planets with your natal placements and houses.
What zodiac sign is the Moon in today?
The Moon changes zodiac signs about every two and a half days, so today’s Moon sign is best read from the current positions table. Pair it with the moon phase calendar to understand both the Moon’s sign style and the lunar phase mood.
How do I use current planetary positions?
Start by noting the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars signs, then look for retrogrades and exact degrees. Current positions describe the shared sky; they become personal when compared with your birth chart. Use the birth chart guide to connect transits with natal placements.
Are planetary positions the same for everyone?
The planets occupy the same zodiac degrees for everyone at a given moment, but their meaning differs by birth chart, location, and life context. Houses and angles personalize the sky. That is why a general transit can feel intense for one person and barely noticeable for another.