Mercury Retrograde 2026
Mercury retrograde in Pisces
Starts: Thursday, 26 February 2026 at 06:47 UTC
Ends: Friday, 20 March 2026 at 19:34 UTC
Mercury retrograde in Cancer
Starts: Monday, 29 June 2026 at 17:37 UTC
Ends: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 22:57 UTC
Mercury retrograde in Scorpio
Starts: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 07:15 UTC
Ends: Friday, 13 November 2026 at 15:52 UTC
From Earth, Mercury seems to slow, stop and drift backwards for a while. It does not really reverse; it is a trick of the two orbits. Astrologers treat it as a season to revisit, repair and rethink before you push forward again.
What it means for your sign (Mercury retrograde in Pisces)
- Aries
A naturally quiet stretch. Rest, reflect and let your mind slow down.
- Taurus
Old friends may get in touch. Group plans could change, so keep things flexible.
- Gemini
Career plans may stall or need a second look. Polish what you have before you pitch something new.
- Cancer
Travel plans may shift. Leave room for delays, and revisit a plan or a course you set aside.
- Leo
Go over shared money, loans and contracts carefully. Wait to sign if you can.
- Virgo
Misunderstandings with a partner are more likely. Talk slowly and tie up old loose ends.
- Libra
Work tasks and devices may glitch. Back up your files and revisit your routines.
- Scorpio
An old flame or a forgotten hobby may reappear. Enjoy the memories, but go slow on new romance.
- Sagittarius
Old family topics may come back. Fix small things at home and be patient with relatives.
- Capricorn
Messages may get crossed. Read twice, send once, and allow extra travel time.
- Aquarius
Double-check payments, bills and purchases. Review your budget rather than make big buys.
- Pisces
You may rethink how you show up. Review plans for yourself before you launch anything new.
Quick answers
- When is Mercury retrograde in 2026?
- Mercury is retrograde 26 February 2026 to 20 March 2026 (starting in Pisces); 29 June 2026 to 23 July 2026 (starting in Cancer); 24 October 2026 to 13 November 2026 (starting in Scorpio). Dates are in UTC.
- How many times is Mercury retrograde in 2026?
- 3 periods touch 2026, counting any that started the year before or end the year after.
- What does Mercury retrograde mean?
- Mercury only appears to move backwards from Earth. Astrologers read it as a time to review rather than launch in the areas Mercury rules.
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