Prepare yourself: Mercury is turning retrograde on July 26! Mercury Retrograde (MRx) refers to the period when, from our perspective here on Earth, the planet Mercury appears to be moving backward through the cosmos. During this period, problems with communication, travel, and technology run rampant! But we're here to help you survive Mercury Retrograde with tips to keep your life (from work to relationships) running smoothly.

Memorize these dates

Mercury Retrograde Calendar

Mercury goes retrograde 3 to 4 times per year, for about 3 weeks each time. Check out the Mercury Retrograde dates below to see which dates you need to know! Read your horoscope as well to get the insight you need to be ready.

DURATION

BEGINS IN

ENDS IN

03/05/19 to 03/28/19

29° Pisces

16° Pisces

07/07/19 to 07/31/19

4° Leo

23° Cancer

10/31/19 to 11/20/19

27° Scorpio

11° Scorpio

02/07/20 to 02/16/20

12° Pisces

28° Aquarius

But where is Mercury?

Mercury Gets Around

Every Mercury Retrograde is unique. Each one depends on other planetary transits happening at the time AND (especially) which zodiac sign Mercury is located in, in the sky. Each of the zodiac signs have their own traits and influences, so Mercury Retrograde in Virgo will be very different from Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius, for example.Find out more about Mercury in each sign below.

Mercury in
Aries

Mercury in
Taurus

Mercury in
Gemini

Mercury in
Cancer

Mercury in
Leo

Mercury in
Virgo

Mercury in
Libra

Mercury in
Scorpio

Mercury in
Sagittarius

Mercury in
Capricorn

Mercury in
Aquarius

Mercury in
Pisces

Your Guide to Survival

Mercury Retrograde Readings & Reports

With these Tarot readings and Astrology reports, you can see how Mercury Retrograde will affect YOU and your life. Let these exclusive reports -- some calculated with your own birth time, date, and location -- prepare you for what's ahead!

Timeline Tarot Reading

This 5-card Tarot spread will reveal unfolding issues and their potential consequences during MRx.
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Love Celtic Cross Reading

Uncover complex issues around any romance with the insight and advice of this 10-card love Tarot reading.
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Revelation Tarot Reading

What you don't know CAN hurt you! Reveal the hidden energies headed your way during Mercury Retrograde.
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Horoscope Tarot Reading

Use the combined power of Astrology and Tarot to get the perspective you need during Mercury Retrograde.
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Star of David Tarot Reading

Hit a few bumps in the road? Resolves any conflict you're facing using the power of insight.
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30-Day Astrology Forecast

Get personalized predictions for what's coming your way during this cosmic chaos.
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What to Do During MRx

Even when Mercury is retrograde, life goes on! Astrologers usually agree that Mercury Retrograde is a bad time to start new projects, go on first dates, get married, travel, sign important papers, etc. ... BUT this is a great time to slow down and focus. Take this time to: reanalyze your goals, reorganize your home, re-examine your decisions, and reflect on your relationships.