Venus Retrograde: Exact Dates
Venus is retrograde right now — until 14 Nov 2026.
Venus retrograde happens much less often than Mercury retrograde — roughly every 18 months, for about 40 days each time — computed from Venus's real apparent motion, not copied from another site.
Venus retrograde periods
| Period | Sign | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Oct 2026 – 14 Nov 2026 | Scorpio | 42 days |
| 10 May 2028 – 22 Jun 2028 | Gemini | 43 days |
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What is Venus retrograde?
It's a period when Venus appears to move backward from Earth's point of view (a perspective effect, nothing actually reverses direction). Venus governs love, values, and the beauty or pleasure you're drawn to, so this period is often talked about as a time to revisit relationships and personal values.
How often does Venus retrograde happen?
Much less often than Mercury — roughly every 18 months, lasting about 40 days each time, compared to Mercury's 3-4 times a year.
What are the dates below calculated from?
Calculated from Venus's real position via Swiss Ephemeris, finding the point where its apparent speed crosses zero — not copied from another site.
See also every planet retrograde right now.
Last computed 2026-10-05