Neptune · sky calendar
Neptune retrograde 2026 to 2028
Neptune is next retrograde from 7 July 2026 to 12 December 2026, in Aries.
Neptune rules dreams, intuition, illusion and spirituality. It is retrograde for about 5 months every year.
Neptune retrograde dates
| Begins (UTC) | Ends (UTC) | Sign |
|---|---|---|
| 7 July 2026, 10:56 UTC (4:26 PM IST) | 12 December 2026, 22:19 UTC (3:49 AM IST, 13 Dec) | Aries 4.4° to 1.6° |
| 9 July 2027, 22:42 UTC (4:12 AM IST, 10 Jul) | 15 December 2027, 09:08 UTC (2:38 PM IST) | Aries 6.7° to 3.9° |
| 11 July 2028, 13:05 UTC (6:35 PM IST) | 16 December 2028, 20:44 UTC (2:14 AM IST, 17 Dec) | Aries 8.9° to 6.1° |
Neptune sign changes 2026 to 2028
| Enters | When (UTC) | |
|---|---|---|
| Aries | 26 January 2026, 17:36 UTC (11:06 PM IST) |
Frequently asked questions
When is Neptune retrograde next?
Neptune is next retrograde from 7 July 2026 to 12 December 2026, in Aries.
How often is Neptune retrograde?
Neptune is retrograde for about 5 months every year.
What does Neptune retrograde mean in astrology?
Neptune rules dreams, intuition, illusion and spirituality. During its retrograde astrologers advise reviewing, revising and slowing down in those areas rather than starting something new.
Is Neptune really moving backwards?
No. Retrograde motion is an optical effect: as Earth passes or is passed by another planet, that planet appears to reverse against the background stars for a while.
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Computed from NASA JPL DE421, tropical zodiac. Open data under CC BY 4.0.
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