Mars transit 2016
When Mars changes sign in 2016, when it turns retrograde and direct, and the classical effect of its transit for each Moon sign (Rashi). Times are Indian Standard Time.
On 1 January 2016, Mars is in Libra (Tula).
Sign changes in 2016 · Retrograde and direct
| Date and time (IST) | Event |
|---|---|
| 20 Feb 2016, 4:40 PM | Enters Scorpio (Vrishchika) |
| 17 Apr 2016, 6:00 PM | Turns retrograde in Scorpio (Vrishchika) |
| 18 Jun 2016, 12:01 AM | Enters Libra (Tula) (retrograde) |
| 30 Jun 2016, 5:15 AM | Turns direct in Libra (Tula) |
| 12 Jul 2016, 2:06 PM | Enters Scorpio (Vrishchika) |
| 18 Sept 2016, 7:42 AM | Enters Sagittarius (Dhanu) |
| 1 Nov 2016, 8:37 AM | Enters Capricorn (Makara) |
| 11 Dec 2016, 6:56 PM | Enters Aquarius (Kumbha) |
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Frequently asked questions
When does Mars change sign in 2016?
Enters Scorpio: 20 Feb 2016, 4:40 PM; Enters Libra: 18 Jun 2016, 12:01 AM; Enters Scorpio: 12 Jul 2016, 2:06 PM; Enters Sagittarius: 18 Sept 2016, 7:42 AM; Enters Capricorn: 1 Nov 2016, 8:37 AM; Enters Aquarius: 11 Dec 2016, 6:56 PM
Is Mars retrograde in 2016?
Turns retrograde in Scorpio: 17 April 2016; Turns direct in Libra: 30 June 2016