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Solar activity reached moderate levels due to an M2.5 flare at 01/0132 UTC from Region 3452 (N11E47, Dai/beta). Region 3452 continued to show growth over the period. Region 3451 (N16E48, Dri/beta-delta), just to the north of 3452, retained a small delta magnetic configuration. Slight growth was also observed in Region 3450 (S19E18, Eai/beta-gamma). New Regions 3453 (N12E11, Cro/beta) and 3454 (S12E64, Hrx/alpha) were numbered. No Earth-directed CMEs were observed in available coronagraph imagery.
The solar kp index is unsettled, with retrograde effects slightly enhanced. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
Solar wind parameters were near background conditions. Solar wind speed ranged from 391-436 km/s. Total field ranged from 2-6 nT while the Bz component was between +5/-6 nT. Phi angle was predominantly positive.
There is a 40% chance of solar activity, with a 25% chance of a minor event, a 10% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Taurus, at 17 degrees, 04' 33", at a velocity of 13.86 degrees per day.
The Waning Gibbous moon is currently 17.9 days old. It is 378576.05 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 17:55:08, 14 Oct, 2023. The next full moon is at 20:24:27, 28 Oct, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Libra
The Sun is at 08 Lib 48' 18", and is 149752662km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Taurus
The Moon will change from Taurus to Gemini in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 17 Tau 04' 33", and is 373938km away and receding.Mercury
Mercury is in Virgo
Mercury is prograde at 25 Vir 15' 19", moving at 1.7 degrees per day, and is 179623049km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is prograde at 24 Leo 31' 32", moving at 0.76 degrees per day, and is 79590553km away and receding.
Hold onto your pocket protectors, star gazers! Venus has just parked its celestial RV in the Leo campground and it's about to get LIT. Picture RoboCop swapping his uniform for a tie-dye shirt and bell-bottom jeans, that's you during this transit.
When Venus waltzes into Leo's domain, we're not just talking about feelings – we're organizing a love parade, complete with neon signs and giant confetti cannons. Think of it like Comic-Con but for your emotions. Instead of cosplay, though, expect playfully extravagant dates, flamboyant declarations of love, and possibly even drama worthy of a Star Wars prequel.
With Venus in Leo, we don't just want to be "liked". We want to be worshipped like the super nerds we are. This is the time to take risks, like confessing your love in Klingon or finally asking your crush for that Dungeons & Dragons date. Those who prefer to stay in their shyness shell, beware! You might end up like the last pick in a Quidditch team.
Love during this transit is more volatile than Schrodinger's cat. Leo is a sign that loves the limelight, and when we feel like our efforts are going unnoticed, we might pull a Hulk and smash. Remember, a relationship is like a group science project – we need to work together to make it successful. If we only focus on ourselves, we might end up alone, like Pluto (the planet, not the Disney character).
Now, let's talk about money. When Venus is in Leo, money becomes a tool for joy rather than just survival. Think of it as trading in your calculator for a magic wand. It's not just about indulging in that limited edition Star Trek memorabilia, but also about spreading the joy by treating your loved ones to those overpriced comic books they've been eyeing. Remember, Leo is as generous as a Hogwarts feast, so don't hold back on sharing the love.
Venus in Leo is like a cosmic disco party – it's vibrant, it's exciting, and it's an opportunity to re-energize your relationships and life. So let down your hair, dust off your dancing shoes, and let the stardust guide you to the fun side of the universe.
Mars
Mars is in Libra
Mars is prograde at 23 Lib 20' 52", moving at 0.67 degrees per day, and is 380380211km away and receding.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 14 Tau 19' 31", moving backwards at 0.09 degrees per day, and is 616476105km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 01 Pis 24' 34", moving backwards at 0.05 degrees per day, and is 1338812314km away and receding.
Alright, star gazers, strap in your seat belts and put on your dream catcher earrings because the cosmic waltz between Saturn - the strict dad of the universe, and Pisces - the ethereal daydreamer, is about to get real. With Saturn being 1338760170.506364107km away (yeah, I calculated it down to the decimal, because SCIENCE), its retrograde motion is the perfect time for a bit of introspection. Or as I like to say, "It's time to talk to your inner unicorn."
Think of Saturn in Pisces as your personal life coach, albeit one with a penchant for rules and regulations. Time to take those dreams you've tucked away, like opening a vegan bakery or writing a post-apocalyptic sci-fi trilogy, and give them some serious attention. Grab a notepad, a cup of herbal tea, and let the cosmic energies guide your brainstorming. Sure, it might feel like a celestial intervention, but sometimes we need a universal "kick in the asteroids" to get things moving.
Now, don't get me wrong. Saturn's not going to tiptoe around your dreams like they're a field of daisies. He's more likely to march right in, boots and all, asking tough questions and challenging your assumptions. He might even ruffle your feathers a bit, like that uncle at family reunions who asks why you're still single. But remember, Saturn's advice, much like that weird green juice your yoga instructor swears by, is actually good for you. So, let's embrace the cosmic wisdom with open arms (and minds).
Piscean energy often taps into the realm of dreams and sleep, so don't be surprised if you find yourself tossing and turning more than usual. Maybe it's time to invest in a lava lamp, try out that meditation app you downloaded ages ago, or take a leisurely walk in the park (while maintaining social distance, of course). Oh, and don't forget to keep a dream journal by your bed. Who knows, maybe your next big idea will come to you in a dream about alien civilizations or talking llamas.
Remember, folks, while Saturn in Pisces may seem like an interstellar rollercoaster, it's all part of the cosmic journey. So hang tight, keep dreaming,
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 22 Tau 36' 20", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 2826351018km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 25 Pis 55' 18", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 4327811617km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 27 Cap 54' 36", moving backwards at 0 degrees per day, and is 5164352570km away and receding.
Attention, fellow beings of the cosmos! The distant and often misunderstood dwarf planet, Pluto (not to be confused with Goofy's dog), is in Capricorn. Oh yes, you heard that right! And it's not just casually hanging around, it's retrograde! That's like the universe's version of moonwalking. It's 5,164,296,361.732625961km away, but who's counting? Except for astrophysicists, of course. And maybe a few Daleks.
Now, what does this mean for us? Well, Pluto and Capricorn are both big fans of power and success. They're like the cosmic equivalent of a power-couple, always striving for world...I mean, universal domination. During this transit, we might find ourselves a tad less patient with others' viewpoints. It's not that we're becoming Daleks, obsessed with extermination, but we're definitely more result-oriented. So, remember, while it's great to be ambitious, don't turn into a despotic Dalek. Tolerance is still golden!
But here's where it gets interesting. Pluto, our frosty friend, wants us to ditch our negative patterns. Imagine it as your personal cosmic declutterer, Marie Kondo-ing your life! But hold on to your hats, because this involves some deconstruction. Picture it as a sort of cosmic recycling. You know, out with the old, in with the new. Or, in Dalek terms, "EX-TER-MIN-ATE"...the things that no longer serve you!
So brace yourself for a bit of cosmic chaos. And remember, if you hear a metallic voice behind you saying, 'You will be upgraded', it's probably just Pluto in Capricorn trying to give you a little push. But if it's saying, 'Exterminate!', well, you might want to start running!
Mercury
Mercury
Mercury
Venus
Venus