There are currently 4 planets in retrograde:

May the forces of the cosmos be with you! Not to sound like Darth Vader or anything, but "I find your lack of faith in astrology...disturbing." So, buckle up your starship belts and let's navigate through this cosmic soup together.

First off, Mercury in Virgo is like having a lightsaber for a pencil. Your mind will be as sharp as a Jedi's reflexes, slicing through confusion faster than you can say "Chewbacca." But remember, even Yoda had to practice his lightsaber skills, so don't rush things. Focus, you must. #MercuryInVirgo #MindfulMaster

Venus in Leo? Now that's a royal combination! It’s akin to Princess Leia ruling with love, charisma, and a hairdo that defies both gravity and fashion trends. You'll find yourself attracting attention like a Death Star on a clear night. Try not to let it go to your head. #VenusInLeo #RoyalRomance

Mars is chilling in Virgo, so you might feel like C-3PO on a caffeine high. Your energy levels will be up, but try not to overdo it. Remember, droids don't sleep, but humans do! #MarsInVirgo #EnergeticEngineer

Jupiter in Taurus? Sounds like Jabba the Hutt winning a gourmet feast. You'll feel like expanding your horizons, but don't forget to keep your feet on the ground. Or at least within the gravitational pull. #JupiterInTaurus #CosmicConnoisseur

Saturn in Pisces feels a bit like Obi-Wan Kenobi meditating under a waterfall. You'll find discipline and wisdom flowing toward you in droves. Just don't get too lost in the Force. Even Jedi Masters need to come up for air. #SaturnInPisces #WisdomWaves

Uranus in Taurus is like R2-D2 in a field of daisies. Expect some unexpected delights to pop up. Just remember that not all surprises come with a holographic princess. #UranusInTaurus #SurpriseSerenity

Neptune in Pisces is akin to Luke Skywalker on Dagobah, full of dreams and illusions. Just remember, "Fear is the path to the dark side." Let's

The moon is currently in Sagittarius, at 17 degrees, 01' 51", at a velocity of 14.11 degrees per day.

The Waxing Gibbous moon is currently 10.8 days old. It is 374369.63 km from the centre of the Earth.

The next new moon is at 9:38:49, 16 Aug 2023. The next full moon is at 1:37:05, 31 Aug 2023.

Solar wind parameters were at nominal levels with solar wind speed ranging from 356-418 km/s. Total field ranged from 5-7 nT while the Bz component was between +/-6 nT. Phi angle was predominantly positive.

There is a 20% chance of solar activity, with a 5% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.