When Is Neptune Retrograde In 2024 And What Effects Will It Have?

Last updated March 27, 2024 by Susan Taylor

Neptune retrograde 2024 will take place from July 2 to December 7, 2024, in Pisces, and will notably play on our emotions and sensitivity. This phase also represents a time of introspection for many of us, and encourages us to reflect on ourselves, after all, Neptune is known as a planet of depths 🪐. This motion also invites us to anchor ourselves in the present, without forgetting our projections. Spoiler alert, according to Susan Taylor, certain personalities will deal with this phase better than others, find out how your zodiac sign will cope!

When Is Neptune Retrograde In 2024 And What Effects Will It Have?

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When is Neptune retrograde in 2024? 🗓️

From July 2 to December 7, 2024, in Pisces: During Neptune's retrograde in Pisces, our understanding of aspirations and hopes deepens. It's a period conducive to creativity, the expression of art. However, our emotional fragility can trigger doubts and instability. These moments help us connect our dreams to reality, thus fostering our evolution. Meditation can be a valuable tool for this introspection.
Uranus
From September 1, 2024, to January 30, 2025, in Taurus: Uranus retrograde in Taurus makes us more hesitant about change. It's time to consolidate existing projects rather than start new ones. This period prompts us to reevaluate our values, financial assets, investments, and reconsider our relationships. We may feel the need to distance ourselves from certain people or, conversely, to create new connections.

Neptune retrograde lasts for about 158 days, or just over 5 months of the year. This planetary motion offers food for thought when it comes to our dreams and ideals. It does what is necessary to separate dreams from real life and makes us realize exactly what is possible 💪. When the movement begins, it symbolizes a time of connection between spirituality and inspiration.

This influence of Neptune remains quite moderate. Allowing us to anchor ourselves in the present, this period, from mid-year to the end of the year, is also a great springboard for expressing our artistic talents. Let's use the period of Neptune retrograde to make good use of the energies brought by the planet. Unlike other planets like Pluto retrograde or Saturn retrograde, Neptune brings about more subtle changes. This long period of the year allows us to take the time to focus on our ambitions. Helping us to stay in the real world and to move forward, this phase positively engages the future and refuses in any case to brood over the past.

❌ What to avoid doing during this period: Looking back nostalgically and running away
✔️ What you should be doing: Becoming more spiritual and embracing the positive energies that surround you.

⚠️ Beware ⚠️ Contrary to other planetary retrogrades, Neptune's influence is very subtle, and it will require important aspects of your birth chart for us to feel its effects.

What happens when Neptune is retrograde?

Astrologically, Neptune retrograde is often seen as a period of reflection, introspection, and questioning. Neptune is associated with areas such as imagination, intuition, spirituality, illusion, and deep emotions 🥴. When it is retrograde, it is often advisable to step back from these areas and re-evaluate the aspects of our lives that Neptune governs.

Neptune retrograde can expose illusions or fantasies we've clung to, and encourage us to see things more clearly and objectively. It's an excellent time to explore our inner world, deepen our spiritual understanding, and work on our personal development.

However, it's important to note that the effects of Neptune retrograde can vary from person to person, depending on its position in the natal chart and the aspects it forms with other planets. Astrology is a complex and subjective practice, and interpretations can vary according to different schools of thought. It's always best to consult a professional astrologer for a more precise, personalized interpretation.

What effects does Neptune retrograde have on us?

Neptune helps us to better understand our aspirations, our dreams and hopes. During this period, our creativity is at its best, especially in areas which concerns music, writing and works of art 🎨. This phase can be very beneficial because it invites us to immerse ourselves in our thoughts. It proposes to use one's sensitivity to get to know oneself better. Use this very long phase to take care of yourself, and you’ll feel so much better when the planet finds its direct trajectory.

The backwards motion of Neptune will see us reconsider our dreams and analyze how we can use them in our own life path. The period can also help us make the right choices in terms of ambition or aspiration. It will aid us in finding a more realistic path and keeping our feet on the ground.

Unlike other planets, such as when Pluto or Saturn is retrograde, Neptune, on the other hand, gives off more subtle changes. This period of time allows you to take the time to turn towards your ambitions. Helping to remain realistic and move forward, this phase positively engages the future and refuses to brood about the past.

How will your zodiac sign manage during this motion?

Scroll through to your zodiac sign to find out how Neptune retrograde affects you - Get ready and discover the effects of other planets in retrograde.

Aries
Throughout Neptune retrograde, Aries will seek to achieve happiness by taking new initiatives. However, beware of unrealistic attempts and disappointment.
Taurus
Neptune retrograde will allow Taurus to better follow their intuitions and to concentrate on what matters... which surprisingly isn’t just material success!
Gemini
This phase will frustrate Gemini. The time will finally come for them to sort out their superfluous projects from those that are essential. Some choices will be hard to make, but essential.
Cancer
Neptune is in retrograde, a situation that deeply distresses Cancer. Natives of this sign will therefore need to take refuge in their cocoons.
Leo
Leo will seek to shine even more than normal and will try anything to help escape reality. Yet, during Neptune's retrograde period, Leo ought to take stock of their desires and expectations.
Virgo
This situation offers little hindsight to a Virgo, who will see their imagination boosted. This will help them to look at the events more objectively and to act wisely.
Libra
Libra is more sensitive and benevolent with Neptune retrograde, and is ready to sacrifice everything for love. Unfortunately, their vision of love is quite unrealistic, which could lead to some disappointment.
Scorpio
With Neptune retrogrades, it's time for Scorpio to sort through the necessary transformation and say farewell to everything that seems obsolete or unsuitable!
Sagittarius
Sagittarius will want to change their habits during this phase. Neptune allows these natives to show good will and to act with realism and positivity.
Capricorn
This is a moment that allows Capricorn to do the right thing. Lucid and efficient in the realization of their projects, they will still need to stay in the background.
Aquarius
Aquarius’ emotions will be even stronger than usual, and they will have a rather original way of expressing them. Beware of utopian projects, you have to keep one foot in the real world!
Pisces
More sensitive and intuitive, Pisces prefers solitude during this downshift to avoid outside influences. These natives will be a little more dependent on their surroundings.

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