Retrograde Dates
Pluto Retrograde 2026
Every Pluto retrograde that touches 2026, with exact station times, degrees and shadow periods.
Quick Answer
Pluto is retrograde once in 2026: from May 6 to October 16 in Aquarius. The next Pluto retrograde after 2026 begins on May 8, 2027 at 7°10' Aquarius. Dates are in UTC.
Pluto Retrograde Dates 2026
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
5°30' Aquarius | 3°04' Aquarius | Aquarius | to |
Before and After 2026
- Previous Pluto retrograde to , Aquarius
- Next Pluto retrograde to , Aquarius
What Pluto Retrograde Is Known For
Pluto retrograde is traditionally associated with inner transformation and a private reckoning with power.
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Questions About Pluto Retrograde 2026
When Is Pluto Retrograde in 2026?
Pluto is retrograde once in 2026: from May 6 to October 16 in Aquarius. The next Pluto retrograde after 2026 begins on May 8, 2027 at 7°10' Aquarius. Dates are in UTC.
When Does the Pluto Retrograde Shadow Start in 2026?
For the retrograde that begins May 6, 2026, the pre-retrograde shadow starts January 12, 2026 and the post-retrograde shadow ends February 7, 2027.
What Signs Is Pluto Retrograde in During 2026?
From May 6, 2026, Pluto turns retrograde at 5°30' Aquarius and turns direct at 3°04' Aquarius.
How Many Days Is Pluto Retrograde in 2026?
Pluto spends about 162 days of 2026 retrograde.
What Is Pluto Retrograde Known For?
Pluto retrograde is traditionally associated with inner transformation and a private reckoning with power. 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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