Pluto Retrograde Impact Scores for Each Sign
Pluto’s been cultivating a lot of attention in the news lately! First, the planet of transformation, change, death, and rebirth moved out of Capricorn into Aquarius. With this shift, we are already seeing a significant amount of societal upheaval. So when this heavy hitter moves retrograde, that must mean we’re in for another huge shift! Right?
Well. Not necessarily.
Pluto goes retrograde for about 6 months of every year, meaning he doesn’t move backwards and forwards too often. Compare that to Mercury, which goes retrograde three to four times a year, making the energetic impact of those transits feel more potent. Therefore, the most critical part of a Pluto retrograde is its station period, or the moment it moves retrograde or direct. That’s when we feel it the most.
Additionally, Pluto is an outer planet, which means that, for the most part, it influences society as a whole, rather than each person individually. However, there are exceptions. If you have a personal planet square or opposite Pluto, you may feel its effects. Furthermore, when a personal planet is within 3° of Pluto’s influence, you’ll feel his energy on a personal level.
Let’s look at each sign and rate them out of 5 lightning bolts on how intensely they’ll feel this Pluto retrograde. ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
As always, these are written for your rising sign, but feel free to look at your Sun and Moon signs if you feel so inclined.
🔥 Fire Signs
Aries: ⚡️⚡️
Aries sextiles Aquarius. Sextiles are a positive aspect, but aren’t generally too noticeable. Aries embodies courage, bravery, and the drive for change. Specifically, expect to be inspired by transformations within your groups, inner circles, and the way you interact with them. You may need to look closely, as these changes may be subtle. But take note of those small sparks of curiosity. You never know where they’ll lead!
Leo: ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
With an opposition to the sign of Leo, Pluto hits this sign pretty hard, especially if you have a planet within 3° of this sign. Pluto can dredge up hard truths through intense experiences that force you to look at what you need to let go of. Oppositions can create a back-and-forth energy that feels like a power struggle, especially when Pluto is involved. While Leo’s primary focus is on the individual experience, Aquarius focuses on the collective. This transit can bring up issues around doing what’s right for yourself as opposed to doing what others or society expect of you.
Sagittarius: ⚡️⚡️
Pluto will make a sextile aspect to Sagittarius, which means there will be a light and possibly unnoticeable energy exchange. You may be inspired to express your ideas of freedom, delve deeply into your personal philosophies, or even discover the magic of the neighborhood you call home. But because this is such a light connection for Sagittarius, you shouldn’t expect too much excitement!
🪴 Earth Signs
Taurus: ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
Pluto traversing the fixed sign of Aquarius means that fellow fixed sign Taurus will be feeling this transit by way of a square aspect. Taurus deals with the physical world, preferring predictability, creature comforts, and stability. Pluto shakes things up, putting the focus on you and your public persona. This may feel like a tense time, but remember that sometimes purging old versions of yourself can be uncomfortable, and after it’s done, you’ll have room for something better.
Virgo: ⚡️
This Pluto retrograde doesn’t make any aspects to Virgo! However, this planet goes retrograde in the area of your chart dealing with health, sacrifice, and day-to-day work. Now is a good time to focus on transforming your relationship to these topics in a way that feels healthy and sustainable.
Capricorn: ⚡️
This Pluto retrograde doesn’t make any aspects to Capricorn! However, this planet goes retrograde in the area of your chart that deals with money, finances, income, and values. Pluto always invites you to dig deep and go beneath the surface, making this a great time to do some detective work around your finances so that you can make sure you’re using your resources to the best of your abilities.
🌬️Air Signs
Gemini: ⚡️⚡️⚡️
Pluto makes a trine aspect to Gemini placements, making a powerful yet positive connection. Through its retrograde, Pluto may present the opportunity to reevaluate your connection to your spiritual practices and the knowledge that expands your horizons. Keep those adorable, mercurial antennae up and ready to catch onto any new and interesting leads. Pluto always wants you to delve beneath the surface. And the information you pick up now can leave a breadcrumb trail to something magical!
Libra: ⚡️⚡️⚡️
Pluto making a trine aspect in the area of your chart that deals with hobbies and creativity can inspire you to new aesthetic highs. It’s time to reevaluate and transform your relationship to pleasure and how you enjoy life. Following this spark of inspiration and intuition can lead you on a 6-month journey to rediscover your creativity.
Aquarius: ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
With Pluto traversing the area of your chart that deals with your body, the self, and your aesthetics, you feel this transit on a personal level. Here, Pluto retrograde can feel like a shock to the system. You may unearth some old and unwanted thoughts, habits, or patterns that no longer serve you. Even if it’s uncomfortable, it’s essential to let everything come to the surface so that you can decide what to keep and what to release.
💧 Water Signs
Cancer: ⚡️
This Pluto retrograde doesn’t make any aspect to Cancer! However, he’s still moving through your 8th house of financial connections to other people, making this a good time to review any debts and loans you owe to other people or that are owed to you. This transit also sets the stage to review your own personal transformation journey in terms of how much you’ve grown and who you would like to be.
Scorpio: ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
Pluto's square aspect to your sign brings tension to the area of your life related to your home, roots, and family. You may encounter literal issues and power struggles within your home and with the people you live with. You may even discover secrets and hidden information that have been kept behind closed doors. While jarring, it’s better to have everything out in the open so that you can work through it and move forward.
Pisces: ⚡️
This Pluto retrograde doesn’t make any aspect to Pisces! However, it does move backward in the house in your chart that deals with isolation, mental health, your subconscious mind, and retreat. If you’d like to take advantage of this transit, focus on your inner world and the things you need to do to feel like your inner world is more stable.
