Transit Analysis — 1 September 2026, 12:00 Auckland
Location: Auckland, New Zealand (36.84°S, 174.74°E) Date: 1 September 2026 Time: 12:00 local (NZST) Moon phase: Waning Gibbous (84.2% illuminated) Retrograde: Saturn, Neptune, Pluto, Chiron
Summary
The day's dominant astrological signature is one of constructive tension and re-evaluation. A highly challenging and applying square between an emotional Mars in Cancer and a retrograde Saturn in Aries (orb 0.29°) creates a feeling of being blocked or frustrated in one's actions. This stop-start energy demands patience and a willingness to revise plans. However, this friction occurs under the stabilizing influence of a near-exact, albeit separating, trine between Jupiter in Leo and Saturn retrograde (orb 0.02°). This suggests that the frustrating obstacles encountered are ultimately part of a larger, beneficial restructuring process. The framework for success is present, but moving forward requires deliberate, careful steps.
The Moon in Aries, holding the role of the day's Atmakaraka or soul planet, amplifies the theme of personal initiative and the need for emotional independence. Its journey through Aries highlights the soul's desire for new beginnings, even amidst constraints. The Waning Gibbous phase, with 84.2% illumination, calls for analysis and refinement of what was initiated at the last New Moon, a theme that resonates deeply with the Virgo Sun. A separating opposition between the Moon and Venus in Libra (orb 2.24°) suggests that a recent peak in relational or aesthetic matters is now passing, shifting the focus toward internal integration.
A significant shift from the previous day is the Moon taking over from Venus as the Atmakaraka, moving the collective soul-focus from relationship and harmony to individual action and pioneering spirit. The Mars-Saturn square has tightened considerably, bringing its challenges to the forefront. The BaZi chart for the day reinforces this theme of powerful but contained energy. The Wu Yin (Yang Earth Tiger) Day Master is strong, heavily supported by Fire elements, indicating ample resources and intuition. However, a clash between the Tiger in the Day Pillar and the Monkey in the Month Pillar points to underlying instability and potential conflict between personal identity and the external world, mirroring the Mars-Saturn dynamic.
Planets & Points (Tropical)
| Point / Planet | Sign | Degree | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Sagittarius | 24° 15' 38'' | — |
| Sun | Virgo | 8° 35' 33'' | Direct |
| Moon | Aries | 25° 24' 53'' | Direct |
| Mercury | Virgo | 12° 42' 0'' | Direct |
| Venus | Libra | 23° 10' 16'' | Direct |
| Mars | Cancer | 13° 23' 35'' | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 13° 41' 58'' | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 13° 40' 51'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 5° 39' 21'' | Direct |
| Neptune | Aries | 3° 39' 58'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 3° 30' 43'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Chiron | Taurus | 0° 38' 1'' | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 29° 18' 5'' | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 29° 18' 5'' | Direct |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 28° 22' 2'' | Direct |
| Selena | Virgo | 23° 40' 29'' | Direct |
| Midheaven | Virgo | 2° 58' 2'' | — |
Moon Phase
| Phase | Illumination | Sun–Moon Elongation | Next New Moon | Next Full Moon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waning Gibbous | 84.2% | 226.82° | 10.9 days | 25.7 days |
Aspects
| Aspect | Orb | Motion |
|---|---|---|
| Jupiter Trine Saturn | 0.02° | Separating |
| Neptune Sextile Pluto | 0.15° | Applying |
| Mars Square Saturn | 0.29° | Applying |
| Mercury Sextile Mars | 0.69° | Applying |
| North Node Sextile Lilith | 0.93° | Applying |
| South Node Trine Lilith | 0.93° | Applying |
| Chiron Trine South Node | 1.33° | Separating |
| Chiron Sextile North Node | 1.33° | Separating |
| Uranus Sextile Neptune | 1.99° | Separating |
| Uranus Trine Pluto | 2.14° | Separating |
| Moon Opposition Venus | 2.24° | Separating |
| Chiron Trine Lilith | 2.27° | Applying |
| Pluto Square Chiron | 2.88° | Separating |
| Sun Square Uranus | 2.94° | Separating |
| Moon Trine Lilith | 2.95° | Applying |
| Moon Trine South Node | 3.89° | Applying |
| Moon Sextile North Node | 3.89° | Applying |
| Sun Conjunction Mercury | 4.11° | Separating |
| Sun Sextile Mars | 4.8° | Applying |
| Venus Sextile Lilith | 5.2° | Applying |
| Moon Conjunction Chiron | 5.22° | Applying |
| Neptune Square Lilith | 5.3° | Applying |
Houses (Whole Sign)
| House | Sign |
|---|---|
| 1st | Sagittarius |
| 2nd | Capricorn |
| 3rd | Aquarius |
| 4th | Pisces |
| 5th | Aries |
| 6th | Taurus |
| 7th | Gemini |
| 8th | Cancer |
| 9th | Leo |
| 10th | Virgo |
| 11th | Libra |
| 12th | Scorpio |
Jaimini Chara Karakas
| Karaka | Role | Planet | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atmakaraka | Soul | Moon | 25.41° Aries |
| Amatyakaraka | Career | Venus | 23.17° Libra |
| Bhratrikaraka | Siblings | Jupiter | 13.70° Leo |
| Matrikaraka | Mother | Saturn | 13.68° Aries |
| Pitrikaraka | Father | Mars | 13.39° Cancer |
| Putrakaraka | Children | Mercury | 12.70° Virgo |
| Gnatikaraka | Rivals | Sun | 8.59° Virgo |
| Darakaraka | Spouse | Northnode | 0.70° Aquarius |
Nakshatra Placements (Lahiri Ayanamsa)
| Planet | Nakshatra | Pada | Ruler | Nakshatra Aim | Pada Aim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Mula | 1 | Ketu | Kama | Dharma |
| Sun | Purva Phalguni | 1 | Venus | Kama | Dharma |
| Moon | Ashwini | 1 | Ketu | Dharma | Dharma |
| Mercury | Purva Phalguni | 2 | Venus | Kama | Artha |
| Venus | Chitra | 2 | Mars | Kama | Artha |
| Mars | Ardra | 4 | Rahu | Kama | Moksha |
| Jupiter | Ashlesha | 1 | Mercury | Dharma | Dharma |
| Saturn | Revati | 1 | Mercury | Moksha | Dharma |
| Uranus | Rohini | 1 | Moon | Moksha | Dharma |
| Neptune | Uttara Bhadrapada | 2 | Saturn | Kama | Artha |
| Pluto | Uttara Ashadha | 4 | Sun | Moksha | Moksha |
| Chiron | Ashwini | 2 | Ketu | Dharma | Artha |
| Northnode | Dhanishta | 4 | Mars | Dharma | Moksha |
| Southnode | Magha | 2 | Ketu | Artha | Artha |
| Lilith | Mula | 2 | Ketu | Kama | Artha |
| Midheaven | Magha | 3 | Ketu | Artha | Kama |
| Selena | Uttara Phalguni | 1 | Sun | Moksha | Dharma |
Navamsa (D-9) Placements (Tropical)
| Planet | Navamsa Sign | Pada |
|---|---|---|
| Ascendant | Scorpio | 8 |
| Sun | Pisces | 3 |
| Moon | Scorpio | 8 |
| Mercury | Aries | 4 |
| Venus | Aries | 7 |
| Mars | Scorpio | 5 |
| Jupiter | Leo | 5 |
| Saturn | Leo | 5 |
| Uranus | Scorpio | 2 |
| Neptune | Taurus | 2 |
| Pluto | Scorpio | 2 |
| Chiron | Capricorn | 1 |
| Northnode | Gemini | 9 |
| Southnode | Sagittarius | 9 |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 9 |
| Midheaven | Capricorn | 1 |
| Selena | Leo | 8 |
BaZi Four Pillars 八字
| Pillar | Stem | Branch | Animal | Ten God | Nayin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 丙 Bing (Yang Fire) | 午 Wu (Yang Fire · Horse) | Horse | 偏印 Indirect Resource | 天河水 Celestial River Water |
| Month | 丙 Bing (Yang Fire) | 申 Shen (Yang Metal · Monkey) | Monkey | 偏印 Indirect Resource | 山下火 Mountain Foot Fire |
| Day | 戊 Wu (Yang Earth) | 寅 Yin (Yang Wood · Tiger) | Tiger | 日主 Day Master | 城头土 City Wall Earth |
| Hour | 戊 Wu (Yang Earth) | 午 Wu (Yang Fire · Horse) | Horse | 比肩 Companion | 天上火 Celestial Fire |
Hidden Stems
- Year (午 Wu): 丁 Ding (Direct Resource 正印), 己 Ji (Rob Wealth 劫财) — 空亡: Yin, Mao
- Month (申 Shen): 庚 Geng (Eating God 食神), 壬 Ren (Indirect Wealth 偏财), 戊 Wu (Companion 比肩) — 空亡: Chen, Si
- Day (寅 Yin): 甲 Jia (Seven Killings 七杀), 丙 Bing (Indirect Resource 偏印), 戊 Wu (Companion 比肩) — 空亡: Shen, You
- Hour (午 Wu): 丁 Ding (Direct Resource 正印), 己 Ji (Rob Wealth 劫财) — 空亡: Zi, Chou
Surya Lagna (Virgo as 1st House)
| Planet | Sign | House | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Virgo | 1 | Direct |
| Moon | Aries | 8 | Direct |
| Mercury | Virgo | 1 | Direct |
| Venus | Libra | 2 | Direct |
| Mars | Cancer | 11 | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 12 | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 8 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 10 | Direct |
| Neptune | Aries | 8 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 6 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Chiron | Taurus | 9 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 6 | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 12 | Direct |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 4 | Direct |
| Selena | Virgo | 1 | Direct |
Chandra Lagna (Aries as 1st House)
| Planet | Sign | House | Motion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | Virgo | 6 | Direct |
| Moon | Aries | 1 | Direct |
| Mercury | Virgo | 6 | Direct |
| Venus | Libra | 7 | Direct |
| Mars | Cancer | 4 | Direct |
| Jupiter | Leo | 5 | Direct |
| Saturn | Aries | 1 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Uranus | Gemini | 3 | Direct |
| Neptune | Aries | 1 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 11 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Chiron | Taurus | 2 | ℞ Retrograde |
| Northnode | Aquarius | 11 | Direct |
| Southnode | Leo | 5 | Direct |
| Lilith | Sagittarius | 9 | Direct |
| Selena | Virgo | 6 | Direct |
Key Highlights
♂︎ Mars & Saturn — Mars in Cancer 13° 23', Saturn in Aries 13° 40' ♄ (Mars Square Saturn (orb 0.29°, applying))
Intensity: Challenging
This tight, applying square is the day's most acute challenge. Mars in protective Cancer wants to act on feeling and instinct, but is blocked by the structural and karmic limitations of Saturn retrograde in Aries. This can manifest as frustration, delays, and the feeling of driving with the brakes on, forcing a necessary slowdown and review of personal initiatives.
♃︎ Jupiter & Saturn — Jupiter in Leo 13° 41', Saturn in Aries 13° 40' ♄ (Jupiter Trine Saturn (orb 0.02°, separating))
Intensity: Strong-Positive
This exceptionally close trine, though separating, provides a powerful backdrop of stability and structured growth. The expansive, optimistic energy of Jupiter in Leo finds a harmonious and practical channel through the disciplined, introspective energy of Saturn retrograde in Aries. It's a signature of sustainable progress, where big visions are grounded in realistic foundations.
☽︎ Moon — Aries 25° 24' (Atmakaraka (Soul Planet))
Intensity: Strong
As the planet with the highest tropical degree, the Moon becomes the Jaimini Atmakaraka, representing the core lesson for the soul today. In the fiery, independent sign of Aries and the Ashwini nakshatra, the focus is on pioneering new paths, acting with courage, and learning through direct, immediate experience. Emotional independence and self-starting energy are the primary drivers of the day's journey.
☿︎ Mercury & Mars — Mercury in Virgo 12° 42', Mars in Cancer 13° 23' (Mercury Sextile Mars (orb 0.69°, applying))
Intensity: Positive
This helpful sextile offers a productive outlet for the day's tensions. The analytical mind of Mercury in its home sign of Virgo can formulate precise plans, while Mars in Cancer provides the emotional impetus to act on them. This aspect supports strategic thinking and the ability to communicate needs and actions with clarity and conviction.
Surya Lagna (Sun as Ascendant) Highlights
☿︎ Mercury in Virgo — House 1 Intensity: Strong-Positive
From the soul's perspective (Sun in Virgo), Mercury, the lord of the 1st house, resides in the 1st house. This is an exceptionally strong placement, indicating that the day's core vitality is expressed through intellect, analysis, and detailed communication. The soul's purpose is intertwined with logic, problem-solving, and bringing order to the self.
♄︎ Saturn in Aries — House 8 Intensity: Challenging
Saturn retrograde tenants the 8th house of transformation, secrets, and sudden changes. As the lord of the 5th (creativity) and 6th (conflict), this placement suggests the soul is undergoing a deep, internal restructuring related to creative expression and daily discipline. It is a call to face hidden obstacles in order to achieve profound, lasting change.
Chandra Lagna (Moon as Ascendant) Highlights
♄︎ Saturn in Aries — House 1 Intensity: Mild-Challenging
With the Moon in Aries as the ascendant, Saturn's retrograde presence in the 1st house casts a sober, responsible, and somewhat restrictive tone over the emotional landscape. The mind may feel the weight of duty and be prone to introspection and self-criticism. This placement encourages a mature and disciplined approach to personal feelings and identity.
♃︎ Jupiter in Leo — House 5 Intensity: Strong-Positive
From the mind's perspective, the great benefic Jupiter shines brightly in the 5th house of creativity, joy, and intelligence. This is a highly fortunate placement, bestowing optimism, wisdom, and expansive joy upon creative projects, learning, and romance. The emotional self finds purpose and happiness through generous self-expression and playful engagement with life.
Parashari Lens (Laghu Parashari)
☿︎ Kendra-Trikona Raja Yoga (Surya Lagna) (Mercury) Nature: Auspicious
From the soul's perspective (Virgo Lagna), Mercury is lord of the 10th house (a Kendra, or angular house of action) and is placed in the 1st house (a Trikona, or trinal house of purpose). This powerful alignment of action and identity forms a Raja Yoga, or 'royal union,' granting the capacity for success, status, and effective, purposeful expression of the self.
♃︎ Trikona Lord in Trikona (Chandra Lagna) (Jupiter) Nature: Auspicious
Viewed from the mind (Aries Lagna), Jupiter is the highly benefic lord of the 9th house of fortune and dharma. Its placement in the 5th house of creativity and past-life merit is one of the most auspicious combinations, creating a flow of wisdom, luck, and expansive joy. This strongly supports the emotional capacity for creative intelligence and spiritual growth.
♄︎ Kendra-Trikona Raja Yoga (Chandra Lagna) (Saturn) Nature: Auspicious
From the emotional perspective (Aries Lagna), Saturn rules the 10th house of career and public life (Kendra) and sits in the 1st house of self (Trikona). This forms a Raja Yoga, indicating that the mind and emotional identity are profoundly shaped by one's responsibilities and public role. The retrograde status suggests an internal re-evaluation of this connection between self and status.
BaZi Summary
The day's chart is defined by a strong Wu Yin (Yang Earth Tiger) Day Master. Wu Earth represents stability and resilience, like a mountain. This Day Master is powerfully supported by the double Bing Fire (Indirect Resource) in the Year and Month stems, indicating a wealth of intuition, unconventional ideas, and strong backing. However, this strength is met with a significant internal challenge. The Yin (Tiger) in the Day Pillar is in a direct clash with the Shen (Monkey) in the Month Pillar. This Tiger-Monkey clash creates a dynamic of instability between the self (Day) and the external world of career and social networks (Month), suggesting that personal ambitions may conflict with prevailing circumstances, leading to sudden changes or confrontations.
This is a transit analysis — a snapshot of the cosmic weather, not an individual birth chart. Transit data calculated for Auckland, New Zealand on 1 September 2026 at 12:00 local time.