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Solar activity was low. New Region 3469 (N27W37, Dro/beta) was numbered and, in addition to the remaining three active regions on the disk, was stable and quiescent throughout the period. The majority of C-class flare activity observed this period originated from a source beyond the NW limb. No Earth-directed CMEs were observed in available coronagraph imagery.
The solar kp index is active, reinforcing retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently normal.
The solar wind environment was weakly enhanced this period, possibly in response to a CME glancing blow. Total IMF strength reached a peak of 10 nT while the Bz component was sustained southward at -6/-8 nT after 20/1730 UTC. Solar wind speeds ranged between 325-375 km/s. The phi angle was positive.
There is a 30% chance of solar activity, with a 20% chance of a minor event, a 5% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Capricorn, at 16 degrees, 11' 43", at a velocity of 13.82 degrees per day.
The First Quarter moon is currently 6.5 days old. It is 368986.51 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 27 Lib 35' 43", and is 148945976km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Capricorn
The Moon will change from Capricorn to Aquarius in the next 24 hours.
The Moon is at 16 Cap 11' 43", and is 375255km away and approaching.Mercury
Mercury is in Libra
Mercury is prograde at 28 Lib 17' 57", moving at 1.67 degrees per day, and is 213179892km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Virgo
Venus is prograde at 11 Vir 12' 33", moving at 0.97 degrees per day, and is 100793892km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Scorpio
Mars is prograde at 06 Sco 10' 44", moving at 0.68 degrees per day, and is 381408557km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 12 Tau 13' 58", moving backwards at 0.13 degrees per day, and is 598842067km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 00 Pis 40' 54", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 1373165720km away and receding.
Prepare for some serious celestial shenanigans, because Saturn's currently doing the backstroke in the Piscean pool and he's about 1373093615.153887987km away, give or take a parsec. Yes, you heard it right, the Grandmaster of Rules has gone all bohemian and is hanging out in the galaxy's most artistic hangout. So, whether your dream is to write the next 'Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', or you're planning to start your own Wookie-themed cafe, now's the time to get those gears moving!
But remember, Saturn in Pisces isn't exactly a stroll through Ewok Village. It's more like being interrogated by a droid who’s had one too many oil baths. You know, that awkward moment when C-3PO walks in on your Death Star demolition plans with a feather duster in hand. So, be prepared for some cosmic cleaning and decluttering. After all, Saturn won't let a "No Trespassing" sign stop him, especially if it's written in Wookie.
Now, as we venture into this Piscean realm, where dreams are more like the Cantina Band's latest hit and sleep is as elusive as a Jedi mind trick, you might find yourself feeling a bit... uneasy. But hey, that's why we have meditation, forest walks, deep breathing exercises, and naps (with a dream journal on standby, of course). Aim for a full cycle of sleep, even if it means hitting the hay earlier than a Bantha at bedtime. After all, you wouldn’t want to miss any of the cosmic wisdom being served up during this transit.
So, buckle up, space cadets! Saturn in Pisces is the kind of interstellar adventure that can guide us to uncharted territories within ourselves. Just remember to keep your lightsabers handy and your sense of humor intact. The Force, and Saturn, are with you!
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 21 Tau 59' 55", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 2799540268km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 25 Pis 26' 58", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4347037516km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 27 Cap 55' 03", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 5214179523km 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.
The Sun
The Sun
Mercury
Mercury
Venus