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Pluto retrograde 2026 to 2028
Pluto is next retrograde from 6 May 2026 to 16 October 2026, in Aquarius.
Pluto rules power, transformation, endings and rebirth. It is retrograde for about 5 to 6 months every year.
Pluto retrograde dates
| Begins (UTC) | Ends (UTC) | Sign |
|---|---|---|
| 6 May 2026, 15:35 UTC (9:05 PM IST) | 16 October 2026, 02:40 UTC (8:10 AM IST) | Aquarius 5.5° to 3.1° |
| 8 May 2027, 12:56 UTC (6:26 PM IST) | 18 October 2027, 03:51 UTC (9:21 AM IST) | Aquarius 7.2° to 4.7° |
| 9 May 2028, 09:33 UTC (3:03 PM IST) | 19 October 2028, 03:43 UTC (9:13 AM IST) | Aquarius 8.8° to 6.4° |
Pluto sign changes 2026 to 2028
| Enters | When (UTC) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pluto stays in one sign throughout 2026 to 2028. | ||
Frequently asked questions
When is Pluto retrograde next?
Pluto is next retrograde from 6 May 2026 to 16 October 2026, in Aquarius.
How often is Pluto retrograde?
Pluto is retrograde for about 5 to 6 months every year.
What does Pluto retrograde mean in astrology?
Pluto rules power, transformation, endings and rebirth. During its retrograde astrologers advise reviewing, revising and slowing down in those areas rather than starting something new.
Is Pluto 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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