♀️ Venus Retrograde — Dates, Effects & What to Expect

Venus 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 Venus Retrograde

Frequency: Venus goes retrograde approximately every 18 months for about 40 days.

Life areas affected: love, relationships, beauty, self-worth, finances, and personal values.

Past relationships resurface, romantic confusion, financial re-evaluation, and shifts in what you find attractive or valuable. Existing partnerships may face tests, and impulsive spending should be avoided.

💡 Practical Advice During Venus Retrograde:

Reflect on relationship patterns, avoid drastic beauty changes, hold off on luxury purchases, and use this time to heal emotional wounds.

♀️ Upcoming Venus 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).

♀️ Venus Upcoming
Retrograde: October 02, 2026, Friday at 11:46 PM UTC
Direct: November 13, 2026, Friday at 04:58 PM UTC
Duration: 41 days · From: 8° Scorpio → 22° Libra
♀️ Venus Upcoming
Retrograde: May 10, 2028, Wednesday at 03:33 PM UTC
Direct: June 22, 2028, Thursday at 02:43 PM UTC
Duration: 42 days · From: 19° Gemini → 3° Gemini
♀️ Venus Upcoming
Retrograde: December 16, 2029, Sunday at 04:18 PM UTC
Direct: January 26, 2030, Saturday at 02:04 PM UTC
Duration: 40 days · From: 24° Capricorn → 8° Capricorn
♀️ Venus Upcoming
Retrograde: July 20, 2031, Sunday at 09:39 AM UTC
Direct: September 01, 2031, Monday at 10:27 AM UTC
Duration: 43 days · From: 26° Leo → 10° Leo
♀️ Venus Upcoming
Retrograde: February 27, 2033, Sunday at 08:11 AM UTC
Direct: April 10, 2033, Sunday at 07:58 AM UTC
Duration: 41 days · From: 8° Aries → 22° Pisces
♀️ Venus Upcoming
Retrograde: September 30, 2034, Saturday at 12:07 PM UTC
Direct: November 11, 2034, Saturday at 06:32 AM UTC
Duration: 41 days · From: 6° Scorpio → 20° Libra

Frequently Asked Questions About Venus Retrograde

What is Venus retrograde?

Venus retrograde causes the planet of love and beauty to appear to move backward. It triggers re-evaluation of relationships, finances, and personal values.

How long does Venus retrograde last?

Venus retrograde lasts approximately 40–43 days and occurs roughly every 18 months.

What should I do during Venus retrograde?

Revisit relationship dynamics, journal about your values, avoid impulsive shopping, and reconnect with self-care routines.

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