Is Mercury in Retrograde Right Now?

Yes.

Mercury is retrograde now, from June 29, 2026 to July 23, 2026 in Cancer. About 8 days remain.

Upcoming Mercury retrograde dates

June 29, 2026 – July 23, 2026Cancer · 24 days · Active now
October 24, 2026 – November 13, 2026Scorpio · 20 days
February 9, 2027 – March 3, 2027Pisces · 21 days
June 10, 2027 – July 4, 2027Cancer · 24 days
October 7, 2027 – October 28, 2027Scorpio · 20 days
January 24, 2028 – February 14, 2028Aquarius · 21 days
May 21, 2028 – June 14, 2028Gemini · 23 days
September 19, 2028 – October 11, 2028Libra · 21 days

See the full retrograde calendar

Mercury retrograde: quick answers

Is Mercury in retrograde right now?

Yes. Mercury is retrograde from June 29, 2026 to July 23, 2026 in Cancer.

When is the next Mercury retrograde?

October 24, 2026 to November 13, 2026 in Scorpio.

How often does Mercury go retrograde?

Mercury goes retrograde three to four times a year, for about three weeks each time.

Learn more about Mercury in astrology.