Venus Retrograde: Meaning and Dates
Venus is the planet of love, attraction, beauty and what we value — including money. It turns retrograde far less often than Mercury, which is why its retrogrades draw so much attention. During these weeks, astrology suggests looking back at relationships, desires and spending rather than rushing into new ones.
Current period: October 3, 2026, 07:16 UTC — November 14, 2026, 00:28 UTC
in Scorpio
- Average length: about 42 days
- Recurs roughly every 19 months
- Retrograde about 9% of the time
Venus retrograde dates
| Stations retrograde | Stations direct | Signs | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| ● now | Scorpio → Libra | 42 days | |
| Gemini | 43 days | ||
| Capricorn | 41 days | ||
| Leo | 43 days |
Dates calculated with Swiss Ephemeris (geocentric, tropical zodiac). Times are in UTC.
What Venus retrograde is associated with
Venus retrograde is traditionally linked to reassessing the heart: noticing what you truly value, which relationships nourish you and which ones run on habit. Old feelings can resurface, and people from the past sometimes reappear. The same review applies to money and pleasure — what you spend on, what you find beautiful, and whether your choices still reflect who you are now.
Love and relationships
For couples, this period tends to highlight what has been left unsaid. It can be a good time for honest conversations about needs and for rediscovering what first drew you together. For singles, reconnecting with an ex or a past crush is a classic Venus retrograde theme; the useful question is whether the reunion offers something genuinely new or simply repeats an old pattern.
Money, style and self-worth
Many astrologers advise caution with major purchases, drastic changes to your appearance and big financial commitments while Venus is retrograde, because tastes can shift again once it turns direct. It is an excellent period, though, for reviewing budgets, clearing out what you no longer love, and reflecting on how you value your own time and talents.
What works well
- ✦Revisit a relationship conversation that has been postponed
- ✦Review your budget and recurring spending
- ✦Reconnect with creative hobbies you used to enjoy
What to handle with care
- ◈Making a dramatic change to your look on impulse
- ◈Signing a large luxury purchase without sleeping on it
- ◈Assuming an old flame means an old story is repeating
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Venus retrograde?
It is retrograde right now: the period began on October 3, 2026, 07:16 UTC in Scorpio and ends on November 14, 2026, 00:28 UTC.
How long does Venus retrograde last?
On average about 42 days — between 41 and 43 days in the calculated years. It comes back roughly every 19 months.
Is Venus retrograde a bad time to start a relationship?
Traditionally it is seen as better for deepening or reviewing bonds than for beginning them, because what attracts you may look different once Venus turns direct.
Why do exes come back during Venus retrograde?
The retrograde is a review cycle, so unresolved feelings tend to surface. A reunion can bring closure or a real second chance — the key is being clear about which one it is.
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