Station instants computed with Swiss Ephemeris to the minute, in UTC. Mars is retrograde about 0.47 times a year for 58–81 days.
Mars is retrograde once in 2042: from Dec 28, 2041, 05:39 UTC at 27°39′ Leo until Mar 18, 2042, 19:51 UTC at 8°11′ Leo.
| Stations retrograde | At | Stations direct | At | Days | Arc | Pre-shadow from | Post-shadow to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2041, 05:39 UTC * | 27°39′ Leo | Mar 18, 2042, 19:51 UTC | 8°11′ Leo | 80.59 | 19.47° | 8°11′ Leo | 27°39′ Leo |
* period crosses a year boundary and is listed in both years.
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