Is Mercury in Retrograde Right Now?

No.

Mercury is currently direct. The next Mercury retrograde runs October 24, 2026 to November 13, 2026 in Scorpio, starting in 56 days.

Upcoming Mercury retrograde dates

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?

No. Mercury is currently direct. The next Mercury retrograde runs October 24, 2026 to November 13, 2026 in Scorpio.

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.