The October window
Mercury retrograde, October 2026.
Computed in America/New York (Eastern Time); every time prints its UTC offset.
See the start and end times calculated from JPL ephemeris data, how Orrery treats Mercury retrograde in its astrological scores, and links to day-by-day comparisons.
Mercury is retrograde now — it stations direct Fri, Nov 13, 10:54 AM EST.
Scores compare moments; they do not promise results.
| Stations retrograde | Stations direct |
|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 24, 3:13 AM EDT | Fri, Nov 13, 10:54 AM EST |
What the tradition flags
In electional astrology, Mercury is associated with messages and agreements. Its retrograde periods are traditionally treated as times for revision rather than new commitments. These are astrological interpretations, not predictions of delays or mistakes.
How to use this information
Mercury retrograde is one factor in Orrery’s score, not a reason by itself to accept or reject a date. Deadlines, readiness, and professional advice take priority. A score does not predict whether an agreement will succeed.
Comparing dates during the retrograde
Dates within this period can score differently because Orrery also weighs Moon phase, void-of-course intervals, and aspects to the planet assigned to each decision type. A time during retrograde can rank above a time outside it under these rules.
Finding dates outside this period
If you prefer to avoid this retrograde, compare available dates before Sat, Oct 24, 3:13 AM EDT or after Fri, Nov 13, 10:54 AM EST. To compare dates within it, use the scored calendars above. The conventions and weights are published in Method.
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