Mars in Leo 2026

Mars is in Leo from 28 September 2026 to 25 November 2026.

Mars in Leo: 28 September 2026 – 25 November 2026

Mars occupies Leo for 58 days. During this transit, Mars governs where drive, courage and conflict get directed.

Mars does not station retrograde during this pass through Leo.

Next, Mars moves into Virgo.

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How these dates are calculated

Every date on this page is computed from planetary positions for each day, not copied from another site or estimated. The same ephemeris generates our daily horoscopes and birth charts. Positions are geocentric and tropical, and dates are given in UTC — a transit can land a day either side in your local time zone.

Last calculated 18 August 2026.

What this means for your chart

A transit lands differently depending on which house it falls in for you. Calculate your free birth chart to see which area of your life Leo rules, or check your personal transit alerts.

Mars in Leo 2026 — Dates & Meaning

Mars transits the sign of Leo during 2026, shaping the collective themes of this period. Below are the exact dates Mars spends in Leo, based on real astronomical positions.

When Mars is in Leo (2026)

  • 2026-09-28 to 2026-11-25

During this transit, the qualities of Leo colour how Mars's themes express for everyone — and most strongly for those with personal placements in Leo. Check your birth chart to see which area of life this activates for you.

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