There are currently 5 planets in retrograde:

Howdy, space travelers! Put on your rocket boots, ready your telescopes, and let's dive into this cosmic soup of planetary retrogrades, shall we? First up, we have our quicksilver friend, Mercury, hanging out in Virgo. Mercury in Virgo is like Sheldon Cooper at a Star Trek convention - super hyperactive and way too excited about the details. So, expect to feel the urge to organize your sock drawer by color, fabric, and day of the week. #MercuryInVirgo #SheldonCooperVibes

Venus, that saucy minx, is currently sashaying through Leo. That's like Beyoncé strutting on stage in her most dazzling outfit - it's all about love, creativity, and that 'look-at-me' vibe. So go ahead, wear that glitter eyeshadow to your next Zoom meeting. #VenusInLeo #BeyonceFeels

Now, Mars in Libra is like Tony Stark trying to mediate an Avengers argument. It's all about balance, justice, and a little bit of 'come on guys, can't we all just get along?' energy. So channel that inner Iron Man and bring some harmony into your life. #MarsInLibra #IronManDiplomacy

Jupiter in Taurus is like Hagrid in a magical creatures nursery - benevolent, patient, and with a deep appreciation for the beauty in life. Enjoy the simple pleasures, like a good cup of coffee or a long walk in the park. #JupiterInTaurus #HagridVibes

Saturn in Pisces is like Spock at a poetry slam - logical yet dreamy. It's time to ground those dreams in reality, folks. And remember, it's okay to let your emotions do some of the talking. #SaturnInPisces #SpockFeels

Uranus in Taurus is like Einstein discovering E=mc² while munching on a burger - groundbreaking and tactile. Expect revelations coming out of nowhere, hitting you like a deliciously juicy beef patty. #UranusInTaurus #EinsteinBurgerRevelations

Neptune in Pisces is like Harry Potter diving into the Pensieve - mystical, emotive, and deeply intuitive. This is your chance to dive deep into your subconscious and bring forth your inner magic. #

The moon is currently in Sagittarius, at 21 degrees, 54' 21", at a velocity of 13.45 degrees per day.

The First Quarter moon is currently 6.8 days old. It is 374926.24 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.

Solar wind parameters reflected a gradual transition to a more nominal environment. Total field averaged between 3 and 5 nT, the Bz component was mostly +/- 4 nT, and wind speeds steadily decreased from ~430 to 400 km/s. Phi was variable between solar sectors.

There is a 45% 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.