October 2026 is a busy month: Venus turns retrograde in Libra on 3 October, the Sun enters Libra (its debilitation sign) on 17 October, Mercury turns retrograde in Libra on 24 October, and Jupiter moves into Leo on 31 October. Mars stays debilitated in Cancer all month, Saturn is in Pisces and Rahu in Aquarius. Navratri, Dussehra, Sharad Purnima and Karwa Chauth all fall this month.
Dates at a glance
| Date | Event | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Oct | Venus turns retrograde in Libra | Relationships and spending under review |
| 11–19 Oct | Sharad Navratri; Dussehra on 20 Oct | Good for mantra and new starts |
| 17 Oct | Sun enters Libra (debilitated) — Tula Sankranti, 7:57 PM | A month to keep ego in check |
| 24 Oct | Mercury turns retrograde in Libra (direct 13 Nov) | Double-check contracts and messages |
| 25–26 Oct | Sharad Purnima (night of 25th) | Moon at its brightest; Lakshmi worship |
| 29 Oct | Karwa Chauth | Fast until moonrise |
| 31 Oct | Jupiter enters Leo | A new year-long Jupiter phase begins |
| All month | Mars in Cancer (debilitated); Saturn in Pisces; Rahu in Aquarius | Background influences |
The full month view with Moon-sign tables is on October 2026 transits.
What it means
- Three planets in Libra (Sun, Mercury, Venus — two retrograde): partnerships, contracts and balance are reviewed rather than rushed.
- Mars debilitated in Cancer: irritability and impulsive moves at home; channel energy into exercise and planned work.
- Jupiter into Leo on 31 Oct: sets the tone for the next year — see Jupiter in Leo by Moon sign.
Remedies for the month
- Surya arghya from 17 October, with the Surya mantra.
- Budh mantra on Wednesdays during Mercury retrograde; Friday Lakshmi worship for Venus.
- Hanuman Chalisa on Tuesdays for Mars in Cancer.
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Frequently asked questions
When does Jupiter enter Leo in 2026?
On 31 October 2026.
Is Mercury retrograde in October 2026?
Yes, from 24 October to 13 November, in Libra.
When does the Sun enter Libra in 2026?
On 17 October 2026 at 7:57 PM IST (Tula Sankranti).
Where is Mars in October 2026?
In Cancer, its sign of debilitation, all month.
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