♅ Uranus Retrograde — Dates, Effects & What to Expect

Uranus Retrograde Schedule, Degrees & Practical Guidance

Content curated by TheAstroking Astrology Team, specializing in Western planetary retrogrades.

⚠️ Currently Retrograde

♇ Pluto is retrograde from May 06, 2026 to October 15, 2026 (162 days) — moving from 5° Aquarius back to 3° Aquarius.

♅ Understanding Uranus Retrograde

Frequency: Uranus goes retrograde once a year for approximately 5 months.

Life areas affected: innovation, freedom, rebellion, sudden change, and individuality.

External disruptions quiet down, allowing internal processing of changes. Breakthroughs happen through introspection rather than sudden events. Old patterns of resistance surface for release.

💡 Practical Advice During Uranus Retrograde:

Reflect on where you resist change, process recent upheavals, experiment with new perspectives internally, and prepare for breakthroughs when Uranus goes direct.

♅ Upcoming Uranus Retrogrades

All dates and times are shown in UTC. Retrograde periods indicate when the planet stations retrograde (begins apparent backward motion) through when it stations direct (resumes forward motion).

  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: September 10, 2026, Thursday at 10:58 AM UTC
    Direct: February 08, 2027, Monday at 05:00 AM UTC
    Duration: 150 days  ·  From: 5° Gemini → 1° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: September 15, 2027, Wednesday at 01:40 AM UTC
    Direct: February 12, 2028, Saturday at 04:20 PM UTC
    Duration: 150 days  ·  From: 9° Gemini → 5° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: September 18, 2028, Monday at 04:32 PM UTC
    Direct: February 16, 2029, Friday at 03:22 AM UTC
    Duration: 150 days  ·  From: 14° Gemini → 10° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: September 23, 2029, Sunday at 08:52 AM UTC
    Direct: February 20, 2030, Wednesday at 03:53 PM UTC
    Duration: 150 days  ·  From: 18° Gemini → 14° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: September 28, 2030, Saturday at 12:57 AM UTC
    Direct: February 25, 2031, Tuesday at 03:55 AM UTC
    Duration: 150 days  ·  From: 22° Gemini → 18° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: October 02, 2031, Thursday at 07:13 PM UTC
    Direct: February 29, 2032, Sunday at 06:05 PM UTC
    Duration: 149 days  ·  From: 27° Gemini → 23° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: October 06, 2032, Wednesday at 12:23 PM UTC
    Direct: March 05, 2033, Saturday at 07:12 AM UTC
    Duration: 149 days  ·  From: 1° Cancer → 27° Gemini
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: October 11, 2033, Tuesday at 08:34 AM UTC
    Direct: March 09, 2034, Thursday at 11:19 PM UTC
    Duration: 149 days  ·  From: 6° Cancer → 2° Cancer
  • ♅ Uranus Upcoming
    Retrograde: October 16, 2034, Monday at 02:47 AM UTC
    Direct: March 14, 2035, Wednesday at 02:01 PM UTC
    Duration: 149 days  ·  From: 10° Cancer → 6° Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions About Uranus Retrograde

What is Uranus retrograde?

Uranus retrograde internalizes the energy of change and revolution. Instead of external upheavals, sudden insights and internal shifts in perspective occur.

How long does Uranus retrograde last?

Uranus retrograde lasts about 5 months (approximately 150 days) and occurs once per year.

What should I do during Uranus retrograde?

Embrace inner change, release outdated habits, reflect on your need for freedom, and prepare for innovation when Uranus stations direct.

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