Rahu transit 2022

When Rahu changes sign in 2022, 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 2022, Rahu is in Taurus (Vrishabha).

Sign changes in 2022

Date and time (IST)Event
12 Apr 2022, 1:40 PMEnters Aries (Mesha)

Rahu and Ketu always move backwards (retrograde) through the zodiac; we use their mean position.

Effects for each Moon sign

Counted from your Moon sign, following the classical gochar results of Phaladeepika. Find your Moon sign with the Moon sign calculator.

While Rahu is in Taurus (Vrishabha) (1 Jan 2022 – 12 Apr 2022)

Aries (Mesha)
2nd house from Aries
Challenging Rahu in your second house may bring irregular income and family misunderstandings. Watch your words.
Taurus (Vrishabha)
1st house from Taurus
Challenging Rahu in your sign can bring confusion about identity and direction. Avoid shortcuts and be wary of flattery.
Gemini (Mithuna)
12th house from Gemini
Challenging Rahu in your twelfth house raises expenses and may disturb sleep, though foreign travel can be favoured.
Cancer (Karka)
11th house from Cancer
Favourable Rahu in your eleventh house brings gains, especially through networks, technology or foreign links.
Leo (Simha)
10th house from Leo
Mixed Rahu in your tenth house fuels ambition and unconventional career moves, with some instability.
Virgo (Kanya)
9th house from Virgo
Challenging Rahu in your ninth house may challenge beliefs and relations with mentors or father. Stay open but cautious.
Libra (Tula)
8th house from Libra
Challenging Rahu in your eighth house can bring sudden events. Keep insurance, health and documents in order.
Scorpio (Vrishchika)
7th house from Scorpio
Challenging Rahu in your seventh house can bring unusual relationships or partnership confusion. Verify before trusting.
Sagittarius (Dhanu)
6th house from Sagittarius
Favourable Rahu in your sixth house helps you defeat rivals and handle competition cleverly.
Capricorn (Makara)
5th house from Capricorn
Challenging Rahu in your fifth house can lead to risky speculation or confusion in love. Stay grounded.
Aquarius (Kumbha)
4th house from Aquarius
Challenging Rahu in your fourth house can unsettle home life or property matters. Read agreements carefully.
Pisces (Meena)
3rd house from Pisces
Favourable Rahu in your third house gives boldness, media or tech success and an edge over competitors.

While Rahu is in Aries (Mesha) (12 Apr 2022 – 31 Dec 2022)

Aries (Mesha)
1st house from Aries
Challenging Rahu in your sign can bring confusion about identity and direction. Avoid shortcuts and be wary of flattery.
Taurus (Vrishabha)
12th house from Taurus
Challenging Rahu in your twelfth house raises expenses and may disturb sleep, though foreign travel can be favoured.
Gemini (Mithuna)
11th house from Gemini
Favourable Rahu in your eleventh house brings gains, especially through networks, technology or foreign links.
Cancer (Karka)
10th house from Cancer
Mixed Rahu in your tenth house fuels ambition and unconventional career moves, with some instability.
Leo (Simha)
9th house from Leo
Challenging Rahu in your ninth house may challenge beliefs and relations with mentors or father. Stay open but cautious.
Virgo (Kanya)
8th house from Virgo
Challenging Rahu in your eighth house can bring sudden events. Keep insurance, health and documents in order.
Libra (Tula)
7th house from Libra
Challenging Rahu in your seventh house can bring unusual relationships or partnership confusion. Verify before trusting.
Scorpio (Vrishchika)
6th house from Scorpio
Favourable Rahu in your sixth house helps you defeat rivals and handle competition cleverly.
Sagittarius (Dhanu)
5th house from Sagittarius
Challenging Rahu in your fifth house can lead to risky speculation or confusion in love. Stay grounded.
Capricorn (Makara)
4th house from Capricorn
Challenging Rahu in your fourth house can unsettle home life or property matters. Read agreements carefully.
Aquarius (Kumbha)
3rd house from Aquarius
Favourable Rahu in your third house gives boldness, media or tech success and an edge over competitors.
Pisces (Meena)
2nd house from Pisces
Challenging Rahu in your second house may bring irregular income and family misunderstandings. Watch your words.

Want a personal reading of your chart? Talk to an experienced astrologer.

Talk to an astrologer

Frequently asked questions

When does Rahu change sign in 2022?

Enters Aries: 12 Apr 2022, 1:40 PM