Mars retrograde 2027
Mars, the planet of drive and desire, turns retrograde in Virgo on 10 January and backs into Leo on 21 February before turning direct on 1 April. Expect slower plans, shorter tempers and second chances to fix what matters.
What Mars retrograde 2027 means
Mars turns retrograde roughly every two years and stays retrograde for about 10 weeks. In 2027 it begins in Virgo, the sign of work, health and details, and ends in Leo, the sign of love, pride and self-expression. So the retrograde has two chapters.
10 January – 21 February: Mars in Virgo
Work, health and routines slow down. Perfectionism and criticism run high. Rework plans, fix systems and rest your body.
21 February – 1 April: Mars in Leo
Pride, love and creativity come under review. Old flames, ego clashes and creative projects return for another round. Lead with your heart, not your temper.
Mars is closest and brightest on 19 February, when it opposes the Sun. That week is the peak of the retrograde: emotions and energy run high, and what has been building comes into the open.
Mars retrograde 2027 dates
- 5 November 2026Shadow begins at 20°56′ Leo
The themes of the retrograde start to show. Notice what feels stuck or what keeps causing friction.
- 25 November 2026Mars enters Virgo
Energy goes into work, health and getting organised.
- 10 January 2027Mars turns retrograde at 10°26′ Virgo
Slow down. Review, repair and rest rather than force new starts.
- 19 February 2027Sun opposite Mars
The midpoint and peak. Conflicts surface, and so does the clarity to solve them.
- 21 February 2027Retrograde Mars moves back into Leo
The review shifts to love, pride, children and creative work.
- 1 April 2027Mars turns direct at 20°56′ Leo
Momentum returns. Act on what you have reworked, gently at first.
- 14 May 2027Mars returns to Virgo
Work and health plans move forward again.
- 7 June 2027Shadow ends at 10°26′ Virgo
Mars is fully back to full speed. The best time for big launches.
What to do and avoid
Good for
Reviewing goals and finishing old projects. Repairs, renovations and fixing systems. Rest, recovery and gentle exercise. Reconnecting with an old project, friend or passion. Clearing conflicts calmly.
Better to avoid
Starting fights or ending things in anger. Brand-new launches and risky moves. Pushing your body too hard. Buying cars, tools or sports equipment. Rushing elective procedures you can schedule after 1 April.
Mars retrograde 2027 for your sign
Read your Sun sign, then your rising sign. Mars starts in one house of your chart and moves back into the house before it on 21 February.
Aries
Your 6th house, then your 5th house
Work, health and daily routines slow down first: an injury, a stalled project or a tired body asks you to rest. From 21 February the review moves to love and creativity, and an old flame or a creative idea returns.
Tip: Rebuild your fitness gradually and finish one creative project instead of starting three.
Aries 2027 horoscope →
Taurus
Your 5th house, then your 4th house
Romance and fun need a rethink: a dating pause, a shift in a relationship or a creative block. From 21 February, home and family take over, and repairs, a move or family talks can be delayed.
Tip: Fix what is broken at home before buying anything new.
Taurus 2027 horoscope →
Gemini
Your 4th house, then your 3rd house
Home and family matters stall or come back for another round. From 21 February, communication slips are likely: misunderstandings, car or phone trouble, sibling tension.
Tip: Pause before sending the angry message, and back up your devices.
Gemini 2027 horoscope →
Cancer
Your 3rd house, then your 2nd house
Paperwork, travel and conversations need a second look. From 21 February the focus moves to money: an expense returns or income slows for a few weeks.
Tip: Review your budget and cancel what you do not use.
Cancer 2027 horoscope →
Leo
Your 2nd house, then your 1st house
Spending and self-worth are under review in January. From 21 February Mars backs into your sign: energy dips, tempers flare and you rethink how you show up.
Tip: Lower the training load, apologise first and save big launches for April.
Leo 2027 horoscope →
Virgo
Your 1st house, then your 12th house
Mars turns retrograde in your sign. Energy, confidence and plans slow down, and you may feel impatient with yourself. From 21 February the review turns inward: rest, dreams and old feelings.
Tip: Prepare instead of pushing: update your plans and launch after 1 April.
Virgo 2027 horoscope →
Libra
Your 12th house, then your 11th house
Hidden stress and old anger surface in January, so rest more than usual. From 21 February friendships and group plans need patience; a friend from the past may return.
Tip: Choose your battles inside groups and keep your goals private for now.
Libra 2027 horoscope →
Scorpio
Your 11th house, then your 10th house
Friends and team projects slow down first. From 21 February the retrograde hits your career: a boss, a deadline or a public plan needs reworking.
Tip: Fix what is not working at work instead of starting over.
Scorpio 2027 horoscope →
Sagittarius
Your 10th house, then your 9th house
Career plans stall or need rework in January and February. From 21 February travel, study and legal matters face delays.
Tip: Double-check bookings and give big decisions about study or travel until April.
Sagittarius 2027 horoscope →
Capricorn
Your 9th house, then your 8th house
Travel, study and beliefs are under review. From 21 February shared money, debts and intimacy need honest conversations.
Tip: Clear an old debt and talk openly about money with a partner.
Capricorn 2027 horoscope →
Aquarius
Your 8th house, then your 7th house
Shared money and trust issues return for review. From 21 February partnerships take the heat: arguments, renegotiations or an ex who reappears.
Tip: Listen before you react, and do not end things in anger during the retrograde.
Aquarius 2027 horoscope →
Pisces
Your 7th house, then your 6th house
Relationships and contracts need a second look in January and February. From 21 February work and health routines slow: rest, repair and reorganise.
Tip: Look after your body and say no to extra work until April.
Pisces 2027 horoscope →The tarot of Mars retrograde
Mars rules The Tower: sudden change and truth breaking through. During a retrograde the energy reads like The Tower reversed: change that happens slowly and from the inside. The Hermit (Virgo) and Strength (Leo) describe the two chapters.
Mars retrograde tarot spread
Pull four cards with these questions:
- What do I need to slow down?
- What needs repairing before I move forward?
- Where is my pride getting in the way?
- What am I ready to launch after 1 April?
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Mars retrograde 2027: questions answered
When is Mars retrograde in 2027?
Mars is retrograde from 10 January to 1 April 2027. It turns retrograde at 10°26′ Virgo, moves back into Leo on 21 February and turns direct at 20°56′ Leo. The shadow period runs from 5 November 2026 to 7 June 2027.
What does Mars retrograde mean?
Mars rules energy, drive, anger and action. When it appears to move backwards, plans slow down, tempers run short and old conflicts return. It is a time to review, repair and rest rather than start big new battles.
Which signs are most affected by Mars retrograde 2027?
Virgo and Leo feel it most, because Mars is retrograde in their signs. Pisces, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Gemini, Taurus and Scorpio also feel it strongly, since Virgo and Leo square or oppose their Sun signs.
Is it bad to start something during Mars retrograde?
It is better to prepare than to launch. Plan, train, fix and rework from 10 January, then launch new projects, surgeries you can schedule, big purchases and fitness goals after 1 April, ideally after 7 June when the shadow ends.
What tarot card is linked to Mars retrograde?
The Tower is the card of Mars. During a retrograde it reads like The Tower reversed: change that happens slowly and from the inside. The Hermit (Virgo) and Strength (Leo) describe the two halves of this retrograde.