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Solar activity was low. The largest X-ray event of the period was a C9.8 flare at 16/1606 UTC originating from the northeast limb. A CME was observed with a C7.5 flare from Region 3467 (N13E42, Axx/Alpha) at 16/1051 UTC. Initial CME model output shows a slight rise in density at the CMEs closest point of approach to Earth mid to late day on 19 Oct, with the bulk of the material passing behind and below Earths orbit. Additional modeling is underway to support these findings. The remaining 6 active regions with sunspots were either stable or in decay.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
The solar wind was at background levels. Total field was less than 5 nT and Bz did not undergo significant deviations. Wind speeds trended lower through the day, settling to less than 350 km/s. The phi angle was negative.
There is a 35% chance of solar activity, with a 25% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Scorpio, at 22 degrees, 50' 57", at a velocity of 12.87 degrees per day.
The Waxing Crescent moon is currently 2.4 days old. It is 386448.95 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 9:27:15, 13 Nov, 2023. The next full moon is at 9:16:41, 27 Nov, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Libra
The Sun is at 23 Lib 37' 20", and is 149117360km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Scorpio
The Moon will change from Scorpio to Sagittarius in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 22 Sco 50' 57", and is 388887km away and approaching.Mercury
Mercury is in Libra
Mercury is prograde at 21 Lib 31' 31", moving at 1.71 degrees per day, and is 210156987km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Virgo
Venus is prograde at 07 Vir 22' 45", moving at 0.94 degrees per day, and is 96286668km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Scorpio
Mars is prograde at 03 Sco 27' 10", moving at 0.68 degrees per day, and is 381436654km away and receding.
Alright, cosmic travellers, buckle up and hold onto your telescopes! Mars, our red and somewhat grumpy cosmic cousin, has decided to set up camp in Scorpio. And let me tell you, it's gone full "hermit in the woods" mode. Mars in Scorpio is a bit like that intense friend who insists on running a marathon at 4 a.m. It's all or nothing, baby!
With this celestial shift, you might find your motivation levels hitting new interstellar heights. But beware, this isn't the gentle persuasion of a warm cup of tea on a rainy day. No, it's more like a triple-shot espresso served with a side of determination. So, if you've been procrastinating on that DIY project or ignoring that pile of laundry that's starting to resemble the Leaning Tower of Pisa, now's the time to dive in.
But like a Klingon at a peace conference, Mars in Scorpio can get a bit...intense. It's got a penchant for the darker side of life -- think Darth Vader but with better humor. This might prompt some deep space exploration of your own psyche, giving you insights that could lead to some major self-transformation. Or just a weird dream about being chased by a giant marshmallow, either way.
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room, or rather, the Red Planet in the zodiac. Mars in Scorpio might make you feel as fiery as the surface of the Sun. And trust me, no one wants to be the person throwing cosmic tantrums. This could lead to prolonged conflicts or relationships that are more twisted than the plot of a soap opera. The key is to use this energy constructively - like building a scale model of the Milky Way, or finally mastering that Klingon language course.
Mars in Scorpio feels a bit like spiritual boot camp, minus the early mornings and push-ups. It's about developing your personal power. So long as you rise above the pettiness of power struggles and revenge (which, let's be honest, is about as productive as a screen door on a spaceship), this is an opportunity to master these parts of yourself with courage, discipline, and willpower.
So, stargazers, remember: Mars in Scorpio is not for the faint of heart. But with a little
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 12 Tau 43' 55", moving backwards at 0.12 degrees per day, and is 601309029km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 00 Pis 47' 21", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 1365056932km away and receding.
Alright, folks, pull up your socks or tie-dye sarongs because Saturn, our celestial life coach, has just swum into Piscean waters. Now, I know what you're thinking: "What's this serious, ringed, gas giant doing in the emotional deep end?" Well, it's time to dive into your dreams and turn them into reality, that’s what.
This is less about crafting macramé dream catchers and more about churning out business plans. You know, that coffee shop idea you've been brewing in your head or that novel that's been residing in your cerebral attic? It's time for a spring-clean. Don't be surprised if Saturn comes knocking with a cosmic clipboard, ready to help you strategize. Just don't slam the door on its big gaseous face, okay?
As Saturn paddles through Pisces, it might cause a bit of a splash. One minute you're chilling on your inflatable unicorn, the next, you're grappling with existential questions about your deepest desires. But hey, no one said cosmic growth was going to be a pool party!
On the flip side, as Saturn goes skinny-dipping in the realm of dreams, you may experience some sleep disturbances. As much as we love staying up late watching "Ancient Aliens," this might be the perfect time to embrace early nights and meditation. And while you're at it, keep a dream journal by your bed. You never know when Saturn might drop a pearl of wisdom in your subconscious sea.
So, prepare your snorkel gear and dive into these astral waters with a sense of adventure. Remember to respect the waves and currents and don't forget to have fun. After all, who knew Saturn could make such a splash!
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 22 Tau 08' 31", moving backwards at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 2804031262km away and approaching.
Alright, my celestial voyagers, let's get our astrological Spock on because Uranus, the cosmic wild child, has crashed the Taurus tea party! Did I mention, it's also in retrograde? That's like a space-time conundrum wrapped in a Vulcan mind-meld, if you ask me.
Now, Taurus is as steady as a starship cruising at warp speed 1. It likes to keep its photon torpedoes in the same place, thank you very much! But Uranus? It's about as predictable as Tribbles at a Klingon convention. We're talking big, sudden changes that make Taurus feel like it's on a roller coaster in zero gravity. So buckle up, because resistance is futile!
Being the cosmic banker of the zodiac, Taurus knows a thing or two about money. But with Uranus in town, we're not just talking about changing the coins in your pocket. We could see revolutionary shifts in how we handle galactic credits, from brand-new forms of currency that make Bitcoin seem as outdated as a Starfleet uniform from the '60s, to dramatic shake-ups in the interstellar stock market. So hold onto your latinum, folks!
On a more personal level, this cosmic event is all about breaking free from the financial tractor beams holding us back. Debts? Taxes? Credit card interest? Rent? It's like being stuck in a perpetual Pon Farr without the fun part. But remember, comrades, Uranus didn't come to our quadrant of the galaxy to wreak havoc. It's here to liberate us from the shackles of materialism, like a 24th century Robin Hood!
So whether we like it or not, it's time to embrace the chaos and let Uranus work its magic. After all, a wise man once said, "Change is the essential process of all existence." That man was Spock. And who are we to argue with him?
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 25 Pis 32' 28", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4341751882km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 27 Cap 54' 04", moving at 0 degrees per day, and is 5203506844km away and receding.
The Sun
You may feel like expressing yourself today through your thoughts and words. You feel a need to be heard, that you have something of importance to say. Say what is on your mind, but give equal time to others and listen to them. You might learn something new. Your thinking today should be sharp and focused.
Mars