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Sky on September 28, 2026: Moon in Aries and Taurus, transits of the day

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The Moon

Moon in Aries · Waning gibbous · 97% illuminated (at 08:00 UTC)

  • — the Moon moves from Aries into Taurus
  • Void-of-course Moon: — , then Taurus

Events of the day (UTC)

  • Mars enters Leo
  • Moon opposition Mercury
  • Moon enters Taurus
  • Moon square Mars
  • Sun trine Uranus
  • Moon square Pluto

The main event of the sky

Mars moves into Leo at 02:48 UTC, marking a shift in how we take action. According to Vronsky, Mars in Leo brings a surge of initiative and determination — people become more persistent and focused on their goals. There is a theatrical quality to actions now, with a tendency to present oneself in the most favorable light.

The Moon and the mood of the day

The Moon spends the morning in Aries, then enters Taurus at 14:40 UTC. The morning carries a restless, direct quality. After the ingress, Vronsky describes a softening: people become calmer, more grounded, and sensitive to beauty and comfort. Appetite increases, and there is a desire for small pleasures — tidying up, gardening, listening to music. However, the Moon is void of course from 09:50 until 14:40, a period when starting new ventures tends to lead nowhere.

Aspects of the day

Three exact aspects occur in close succession. At 09:50, the Moon opposes Mercury, which can bring mental tension or misunderstandings. At 15:11, the Moon squares Mars — a clash between emotional impulses and assertive action. At 20:01, the Moon squares Pluto, intensifying feelings and potentially stirring power struggles. The backdrop includes Neptune sextile Pluto, a slow, subtle influence that supports dissolving old structures without drama.

How to live the day

Give the morning void-of-course period to routine tasks or reflection rather than important decisions. When the Moon enters Taurus, slow down and focus on what feels solid and comforting. The afternoon lunar squares suggest emotional friction — avoid pushing arguments or forcing issues. Let Mars in Leo fuel your persistence on long-term projects, but keep the theatricality in check. The Sun trine Uranus at 16:21 offers a moment of clarity and openness to fresh perspectives, so pause and notice what surprises you.

Planet positions at 12:00 UTC

PlanetSignDegree
SunLibra5°23′
MoonAries28°26′
MercuryLibra27°18′
VenusScorpio8°03′
MarsLeo0°13′
JupiterLeo19°08′
SaturnAries11°46′R
UranusGemini5°33′R
NeptuneAries2°55′R
PlutoAquarius3°08′R

Retrograde planets

  • Pluto — retrograde from May 6 to October 16
  • Neptune — retrograde from July 7 to December 12
  • Saturn — retrograde from July 26 to December 10
  • Uranus — retrograde from September 10 to February 8
  • Ahead: Venus retrograde from October 3 to November 14
  • Ahead: Mercury retrograde from October 24 to November 13

Backdrop of the day

  • Neptune sextile Pluto — separating, orb 0.2°
  • Next: New Moon — October 10, UTC, in Libra
  • Next: Full Moon — October 26, UTC, in Taurus

How does this sky touch you personally?

The sky is the same for everyone; the houses and aspects are yours alone. Personal transits show where these events fall in your chart.

Sources
  • Вронский — Вронский, т.10 «Транзитология I»
  • Вронский — Вронский, т.12 «Транзитология III»
  • Robert Hand — Planets in Transit: Life Cycles for Living

Positions and event times are computed with the Swiss Ephemeris.

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