Where Are the Planets Now? (Planet Positions)
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The short answer: this tool gives the sign, degree and nakshatra of all nine planets on any date and time, and also which one is moving backwards (retrograde). If you give no time, the position at 12 noon Indian time is taken. So every day’s picture is different. Choose the date above.
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How It Is Calculated
- The sidereal longitude of each planet was found from its real motion at that moment.
- Sign, degree and nakshatra come from the longitude.
- All times are shown in Indian Standard Time (IST).
How To Read Your Result · Where Are the Planets Now?
| Result | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Position of nine planets | The sign, degree and nakshatra of each planet in one table |
| Retrograde mark | A mark on the planet moving backwards |
| Change date and time | The picture of today, tomorrow or any day |
How The Planet Positions Are Found · Where Are the Planets Now?
The longitude of each planet is found from its real motion and changed to sidereal (Lahiri). From this longitude come the sign (30° each), degree and nakshatra (13°20′ each).
Rahu and Ketu are not real planets but two points on the Moon’s path. They always move backwards.
The Sun and Moon are never retrograde. The other five planets seem retrograde for some time.
On changing the time the fastest change is seen in the Moon, because it crosses a sign in about two and a quarter days.
The table on this page is not a birth chart. For a chart the right birth time and place are needed.
Our Count · Where Are the Planets Now?
From 2000 to 2059 we saw every day how many of Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn are retrograde.
None 30.0%, one 42.8%, two 22.2%, three 4.8% and four 0.1% of days. That is three or more 4.9%.
The meaning: on 70% of days at least one planet is retrograde, so it is not a special event.
Common Beliefs And The Truth · Where Are the Planets Now?
| Common Belief | The Truth |
|---|---|
| This is my birth chart | No. This is the picture of the sky on the chosen date. A chart is of the moment of birth. |
| A retrograde planet really moves backwards | No. It is the motion seen from Earth. |
| Rahu–Ketu are real planets | No. They are two mathematical points of the Moon’s path. |
| The degrees of planets are the same in all panchangs | By the sidereal method (ayanamsha) there may be a small difference. We take Lahiri. |
What To Do Now: 5 Steps · Where Are the Planets Now?
- Choose the date above, and the time if you wish.
- See the sign, degree and nakshatra of the nine planets.
- See the retrograde mark.
- See the effect for you in Today’s Transit.
- For direct advice ask Pandit ji. The first pack is free.
For Astrologers: A Checklist · Where Are the Planets Now?
- Planet positions: sidereal (Lahiri); sign 30°, nakshatra 13°20′. Rahu–Ketu mathematical points, always retrograde.
- The matters of this page are of astronomical calculation; no single decisive verse for them is taken in our cards.
- If no time is given, 12:00 Indian time.
- Frequency (VedicDost count, 2000–2059): 0 planets retrograde 30.0%, 1 planet 42.8%, 2 planets 22.2%, 3 planets 4.8%, 4 planets 0.1% of days.
Keep in Mind
This result shows a tilt in timing and planet positions, not a guarantee. Planets show direction; effort and good deeds take you forward. For health, money or legal matters, ask an expert.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In which signs are the planets today?
On today’s date above the tool gives the sign of all nine planets.
What if I do not enter a time?
The position at 12 noon Indian time is taken.
How to know who is retrograde?
In the table a retrograde planet has a mark.
On how many days is no planet retrograde?
In our count on 30.0% of days none of the five.
How is the nakshatra found?
One nakshatra for every 13°20′, from the planet’s longitude.
What are Rahu–Ketu?
Two mathematical points of the Moon’s path, always moving backwards.
Which method is taken?
Sidereal, Lahiri ayanamsha.
Is this my chart?
No. A chart is of the moment of birth.
Who moves the fastest?
The Moon; a sign in about two and a quarter days.
Where to see the effect for me?
In the Today’s Transit Calculator by putting your sign.
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