Mercury retrograde in November 2026
Mercury is retrograde from 24 October to 13 November 2026, entirely in Scorpio (20°59′ back to 5°02′). It stations retrograde on 24 October and direct on 13 November. The pre-shadow began on 4 October; the post-shadow ends on 30 November 2026. Venus is also retrograde for almost the entire period.
Key dates
| Phase | Date | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-shadow begins | 4 Oct 2026 | 5°02′ Scorpio |
| Mercury stations retrograde | 24 Oct 2026 | 20°59′ Scorpio |
| Mercury stations direct | 13 Nov 2026 | 5°02′ Scorpio |
| Post-shadow ends | 30 Nov 2026 | 20°59′ Scorpio |
Astronomical calculations (geocentric, tropical zodiac). Times are Central European Time: CEST until 25 October 2026, then CET.
What Mercury retrograde means in astrology
Mercury rules communication, contracts, technology and travel. Its retrograde period is associated with misunderstandings, delays and revisiting old ground. In Scorpio, the traditional themes are secrets, trust, shared money and conversations that go beneath the surface.
Practical advice for these three weeks
- Read contracts before signing and note the deadlines. Signing is fine; give the details a thorough check.
- Back up your files and leave time for software updates.
- Allow extra travel time and confirm appointments in writing.
- Use the time to revise, follow up, finish old projects and reply to messages you have left unanswered.
Mercury retrograde in 2027
- 9 February–2 March 2027 (Pisces → Aquarius)
- 10 June–4 July 2027 (Cancer → Gemini)
- 7–28 October 2027 (Scorpio → Libra)
Venus is retrograde too
Venus is retrograde from 3 October to 14 November 2026. Both planets move backwards from 24 October to 13 November, a classic astrological setting for reunions and conversations that clear the air in relationships. Your birth chart shows where this falls: look at the houses containing 5° to 21° Scorpio and any natal planets there.
Venus + Mercury Retrograde report (€12): your personal transit dates between 24 October and 14 November 2026.
Learn more →More on Cosmolytic: Mercury in depth, with its live position and next station, Scorpio, the sign it retrogrades in this time, and Venus, retrograde over the same weeks.
Frequently asked questions
When is Mercury retrograde in November 2026?
From 24 October to 13 November 2026. The post-shadow lasts until 30 November.
Which sign is Mercury retrograde in?
Entirely in Scorpio, from 20°59′ back to 5°02′.
When is Mercury retrograde in 2027?
Three times: 9 February–3 March 2027, 10 June–4 July 2027 and 7–28 October 2027.
Can I sign contracts during Mercury retrograde?
Yes. The astrological advice is to check the details carefully. Planetary positions have no legal bearing on a contract.
Sources
Responsible: Maximilian Stroh, Anonyfox e. K., Hamburg