Retrograde Dates
Mars Retrograde 2009
Every Mars retrograde that touches 2009, with exact station times, degrees and shadow periods.
Quick Answer
Mars is retrograde once in 2009: from December 20 to March 10, 2010 in Leo. The next Mars retrograde after 2009 begins on January 24, 2012 at 23°05' Virgo. Dates are in UTC.
Mars Retrograde Dates 2009
Station times switch to your time zone in the browser. The shadow runs from the pre-retrograde shadow to the end of the post-retrograde shadow.
| Stations Retrograde | Stations Direct | Signs | Shadow Period |
|---|---|---|---|
19°41' Leo | 0°17' Leo | Leo | to |
Before and After 2009
- Previous Mars retrograde to , Cancer and Gemini
- Next Mars retrograde to , Virgo
What Mars Retrograde Is Known For
Mars retrograde is traditionally associated with redirecting effort and anger, with slower progress on new initiatives.
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Questions About Mars Retrograde 2009
When Is Mars Retrograde in 2009?
Mars is retrograde once in 2009: from December 20 to March 10, 2010 in Leo. The next Mars retrograde after 2009 begins on January 24, 2012 at 23°05' Virgo. Dates are in UTC.
When Does the Mars Retrograde Shadow Start in 2009?
For the retrograde that begins December 20, 2009, the pre-retrograde shadow starts October 17, 2009 and the post-retrograde shadow ends May 17, 2010.
What Signs Is Mars Retrograde in During 2009?
From December 20, 2009, Mars turns retrograde at 19°41' Leo and turns direct at 0°17' Leo.
How Many Days Is Mars Retrograde in 2009?
Mars spends about 11 days of 2009 retrograde.
What Is Mars Retrograde Known For?
Mars retrograde is traditionally associated with redirecting effort and anger, with slower progress on new initiatives. Astrologers read it as a time to review rather than launch.
Why Do Some Sites List a Different Retrograde Date?
Most astrology sites print a single date without a time zone. An ingress at 10:49 PM in New York is already the next day in London and Sydney, so two correct sources can disagree by a day. Selfgazer gives every time in both US Eastern time and UTC, and the tables switch to your own time zone in the browser.
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