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Solar activity was at moderate levels with a handful of M-class flares. Region 3697 (S18W07, Fkc/beta-gamma-delta) underwent decay and separation in its largest penumbral area while also developing additional leading spots. This region was the culprit of a few M-class flares to include an M1.0 at 03/0459 UTC, a M3.2 at 03/1149 UTC, and a M2.8 at 03/1227 UTC. Region 3695 (N27W47, Cao/beta) exhibited decay amongst its leading spots and produced a M4.8 flare at 03/1411 UTC, which was the largest of the period. Region 3703 (S08W18, Dao/beta) continued to develop rapidly from the previous reporting period, signaling maturing penumbra on both poles. Region 3705 (N17W47, Bxo/beta) was numbered this period, but was otherwise unremarkable. New spots were noted near S21W24 and S12E41, but remain unnumbered at this time given their stature and lack of activity.
The solar kp index is unsettled, with retrograde effects slightly enhanced. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
Solar wind parameters were mostly nominal for the majority of the reporting period. However, beginning around 03/2130 UTC an enhancement, likely transient in nature, materialized. Total field reached 18 nT along with the Bz component of the field. Wind speeds however, remained benign, only increasing to ~370 km/s. Phi was mostly variable throughout the period.
There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 40% 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 14 degrees, 30' 16", at a velocity of 14.22 degrees per day.
The Waning Crescent moon is currently 27.1 days old. It is 369536.97 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 12:40:02, 6 Jun, 2024. The next full moon is at 1:10:32, 22 Jun, 2024.
The Sun
The Sun is in Gemini
The Sun is at 14 Gem 07' 44", and is 151770264km away and receding.
The Moon
The Moon is in Taurus
The Moon is at 14 Tau 30' 16", and is 369809km away and receding.
Mercury
Mercury is in Gemini
Mercury is prograde at 01 Gem 52' 40", moving at 2 degrees per day, and is 186224946km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Gemini
Venus is prograde at 14 Gem 01' 27", moving at 1.23 degrees per day, and is 259591242km away and receding.
Mars
Mars is in Aries
Mars is prograde at 26 Ari 19' 34", moving at 0.75 degrees per day, and is 276230087km away and approaching.
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Gemini
Jupiter is prograde at 02 Gem 10' 36", moving at 0.23 degrees per day, and is 898797709km away and approaching.
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 18 Pis 53' 27", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 1454749407km away and approaching.
Okay, folks, strap in and put your space helmets on, because Saturn is hovering in Pisces. It's like the universe's version of a grumpy grandpa visiting a psychedelic fish tank. It's not just about getting starry-eyed over the nebulae though, no, Saturn is doing some cosmic housekeeping at a whopping 1,576,278,394.181507826km away. And yes, you guessed right! The old fella's gone prograde on us. We’re talking full-on forward motion.
Now, when Saturn, our celestial taskmaster, meets Pisces, the dreamy, artsy guru of the zodiac, it's like Spock meeting a Vulcan mind-meld with Picasso. It’s time to take those daydreams of yours, you know the ones where you're writing a bestselling novel or running a successful business, and give them a Vulcan salute.
This cosmic combo is here to ensure that your dreams don't just end up as beautiful supernovae in the cosmos of your mind. They want you to get off your asteroid and make things happen. You might need to draft a business plan, draw up a budget, or beam yourself up to the bank for a loan.
Now, I won’t lie to you, Saturn in Pisces isn't always a leisurely cruise on the USS Enterprise. Saturn might be the unwelcome guest who questions your most cherished dreams, but remember, the Captain doesn’t shy away from a challenge. Instead of putting up shields and firing photon torpedoes, why not let Saturn in and listen to what it has to say? After all, this cosmic old-timer has seen more than a few star systems in its day.
With Saturn in Pisces, you might find yourself feeling like you've been beamed up to the sleepless realms of insomnia. Your usual 8-hour stasis chamber sleep might seem as elusive as a Romulan cloaking device. But fear not, my starfleet! This is the perfect time to cultivate some much-needed inner peace. Meditate, take a stroll through your local holodeck forest, or simply breathe like you’re on a vacation in the oxygen-rich atmosphere of an unexplored M-class planet.
Remember, this cosmic event is all about listening to the wisdom that the universe has to offer. So, put your tr
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 24 Tau 21' 20", moving at 0.06 degrees per day, and is 3072744296km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 29 Pis 43' 04", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4511320423km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Aquarius
Pluto is retrograde at 01 Aqu 52' 01", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 5136941046km away and approaching.
Picture this: Pluto, the wee 'planet' (we're still salty about that downgrade, aren't we?) with a heart-shaped surface feature, is hanging out in Aquarius, the sign of the water-bearer. Now, before you start picturing Pluto getting a nice splash from Aquarius' jug, remember, Aquarius is an air sign. So, no, Pluto is not getting a much-needed bath.
Pluto, the celestial equivalent of that one intense friend who always insists on deep, existential conversations at 2 AM, is all about transformation. And not just the "Oh, I think I'll cut bangs" kind, but the "I'm going to reevaluate my entire life, quit my job, and move to a Tibetan monastery" kind. Pluto doesn't do things by halves, folks.
Meanwhile, Aquarius is the sign of progress, innovation, and the odd science experiment gone wrong (or right, depending on your perspective). When these two get together, it's like a sci-fi movie plot: expect the unexpected, and then multiply it by ten.
We're talking radical shifts in science, technology, and even space travel. Who knows, maybe teleportation will finally be a thing during this transit? A girl can dream! But it's not just about cool gadgets and warp speed; it's also about humanity. This transit could see us becoming more compassionate, more empathetic, and more inclined to work together for the betterment of all.
On a personal level, Pluto in Aquarius is the cosmic kick in the pants we need to change how we view ourselves and our place in the world. Instead of being self-focused, it's time to think about what's best for all. Basically, it's about becoming more like Mr. Spock and less like Sheldon Cooper.
So, are you ready for this cosmic shake-up? Because like it or not, Pluto in Aquarius is here, and it's about to make things a whole lot more interesting!
Planet | Position |
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Sun | 14 Gem 07' 44" |
Moon | 14 Tau 30' 16" |
Mercury | 01 Gem 52' 40" |
Venus | 14 Gem 01' 27" |
Mars | 26 Ari 19' 34" |
Jupiter | 02 Gem 10' 36" |
Saturn | 18 Pis 53' 27" |
Uranus | 24 Tau 21' 20" |
Neptune | 29 Pis 43' 04" |
Pluto | 01 Aqu 52' 01" R |
The Sun
Mercury
Broaden your mental horizons today. Expand your consciousness by going to new places, both in thought and in person. Today is a good day to reconcile differences of opinions with others as both you and they are more tolerant of differing viewpoints. Legal activities as well as travel are favored today.
Mercury
Mercury
Jupiter
Jupiter