Station instants computed with Swiss Ephemeris to the minute, in UTC. Neptune is retrograde about 1 times a year for 156–160 days.
Neptune is retrograde once in 1978: from Mar 20, 1978, 18:47 UTC at 18°19′ Sagittarius until Aug 28, 1978, 00:54 UTC at 15°33′ Sagittarius.
| Stations retrograde | At | Stations direct | At | Days | Arc | Pre-shadow from | Post-shadow to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 1978, 18:47 UTC | 18°19′ Sagittarius | Aug 28, 1978, 00:54 UTC | 15°33′ Sagittarius | 160.25 | 2.78° | 15°33′ Sagittarius | 18°19′ Sagittarius |
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