February 2027 is a month of review and reflection. Mercury turns retrograde on 9 February, Mars and Jupiter are already retrograde, and a penumbral lunar eclipse falls before dawn on 21 February. The Sun moves into Aquarius on 13 February, and Venus enters Capricorn at the end of the month. This page covers the major planetary transits (grah gochar) in February 2027, with dates from NavAstro's chart engine, what each one means, and the effect on all 12 rashis.
February 2027 in short:
- 6 Feb: Annular solar eclipse, not visible from India
- 9 Feb: Mercury turns retrograde in Aquarius (until 3 March)
- 13 Feb: Sun enters Aquarius (Kumbh Sankranti)
- 21 Feb (before dawn): Penumbral lunar eclipse, visible from India
- 24 Feb: Mercury moves back into Capricorn; Venus enters Capricorn
- Rashis favoured by these transits: Vrishabh, Kanya and Dhanu (both the Sun and Venus), with partial support for Mesh (the Sun) and Meen (Venus); see the rashi table below
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Where the planets start the month
On 1 February 2027 (sidereal positions):
| Planet | Sign | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Capricorn (Makar) | Enters Aquarius on 13 Feb |
| Mars | Leo (Singh) | Retrograde since 10 January |
| Mercury | Aquarius (Kumbh) | Turns retrograde on 9 Feb |
| Jupiter | Cancer (Kark) | Exalted, retrograde |
| Venus | Sagittarius (Dhanu) | Enters Capricorn on 24 Feb |
| Saturn | Pisces (Meen) | Direct |
| Rahu | Capricorn | Mean node |
| Ketu | Cancer | Mean node; with Jupiter |
February 2027 transits at a glance
| Date | Transit |
|---|---|
| 6 February | Annular solar eclipse (not visible from India) |
| 9 February | Mercury turns retrograde in Aquarius |
| 13 February | Sun enters Aquarius (Kumbh Sankranti) |
| 21 February | Penumbral lunar eclipse (visible from India, before dawn) |
| 24 February | Mercury (retrograde) moves back into Capricorn |
| 24 February | Venus enters Capricorn |
Dates are for India (IST). Other panchangs may differ by a day.
Mercury retrograde (9 February to 3 March)
Mercury turns retrograde on 9 February at about 11ยฐ44' Aquarius, slips back into Capricorn on 24 February, and turns direct on 3 March at about 26ยฐ40' Capricorn. It returns to Aquarius on 12 March.
Retrograde Mercury is classically linked with delays and rework in communication, contracts, travel bookings and technology. It is a good time to revise, edit, reconnect and fix, and a less good time to sign major contracts or launch something new. If you can choose, sign important papers after Mercury turns direct, ideally after it is back in Aquarius in mid-March.
Sun enters Aquarius (13 February)
On 13 February the Sun moves from Capricorn into Aquarius (Kumbh), Saturn's other sign: Kumbh Sankranti. In Vedic astrology the Sun and Saturn are natural enemies, so the Sun's month in Aquarius is traditionally read through themes of teamwork, service and long-term goals rather than personal recognition. The Sun stays in Aquarius until it enters Pisces on 15 March.
The lunar eclipse of 21 February
A penumbral lunar eclipse takes place in the early hours of Sunday 21 February 2027 (the night of 20โ21 February). Seen from New Delhi it begins at about 2:42 am, is greatest at about 4:42 am and ends at about 6:43 am IST, with the Moon low in the western sky. At the time the Moon is in Leo, in Magha nakshatra, opposite the Sun in Aquarius.
In a penumbral eclipse the Moon only passes through the Earth's outer, lighter shadow. At its greatest (about 4:42 am) the Moon is above the horizon across India (in the east it sets before the eclipse ends), but the dimming is so slight that it may not be noticeable to the naked eye. Most panchangs do not treat a penumbral eclipse as a full grahan, so no sutak is usually observed. Rashis with the Moon in Leo (Singh), or Leo rising, may still prefer a quiet, reflective day.
Annular solar eclipse of 6 February
An annular ("ring of fire") solar eclipse occurs on 6 February 2027, but it happens after sunset in India and is seen only from parts of the southern hemisphere and Africa. It is not visible from India, so it has no sutak or ritual observance here.
Venus enters Capricorn (24 February)
Venus spends most of February in Sagittarius, a friendly sign for relationships, travel and learning. On 24 February it moves into Capricorn, Saturn's sign, where Venus is comfortable: steady, loyal and practical in love and money. Venus is direct and not combust, so the wedding season continues through February. See Venus and Marriage Timing.
Mars and Jupiter stay retrograde
Mars is retrograde in Leo all month and moves back into Cancer on 9 March. Jupiter is retrograde in Cancer, its sign of exaltation, and turns direct on 13 April. With three planets retrograde in February, it suits finishing, reviewing and correcting more than starting fresh.
What it means for each rashi
Transits are read by house from your Moon sign. The table shows the house the Sun (in Aquarius from 13 Feb) and Venus (in Capricorn from 24 Feb) occupy for each rashi. The Sun gives good results in the 3rd, 6th, 10th and 11th houses from the Moon; Venus in every house except the 6th, 7th and 10th. A โ marks a favourable house.
| Rashi | Sun in Aquarius | Venus in Capricorn | Short reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesh | 11th โ | 10th | Gains through networks; career needs diplomacy |
| Vrishabh | 10th โ | 9th โ | Recognition at work and good fortune together |
| Mithun | 9th | 8th โ | Unexpected support; avoid disputes with elders |
| Kark | 8th | 7th | Patience in partnerships; slow down on new risks |
| Singh | 7th | 6th | Eclipse in your sign: a quiet month for reflection |
| Kanya | 6th โ | 5th โ | Win over competition; creativity and romance |
| Tula | 5th | 4th โ | Comfort at home; think before speculating |
| Vrishchik | 4th | 3rd โ | Effort and communication pay; home needs attention |
| Dhanu | 3rd โ | 2nd โ | Courage and money both supported |
| Makar | 2nd | 1st โ | Venus on your sign brings charm; mind your words |
| Kumbh | 1st | 12th โ | The Sun on your sign: focus and visibility; rest and comforts |
| Meen | 12th | 11th โ | Gains through Venus; expenses with the Sun |
This is a general guide. Your dasha decides which transits you'll feel most.
Coming up in March 2027
- 3 March: Mercury turns direct in Capricorn.
- 9 March (about 11:50 pm): Mars moves back into Cancer, its sign of debilitation.
- 12 March: Mercury returns to Aquarius.
- 15 March: The Sun enters Pisces (Meen Sankranti); Kharmas begins again.
- 21 March: Venus enters Aquarius.
The full month is in Planetary Transits March 2027.
Frequently asked questions
When is Mercury retrograde in February 2027? From 9 February to 3 March 2027. It begins in Aquarius, moves back into Capricorn on 24 February and turns direct there.
Is the 21 February 2027 lunar eclipse visible in India? The Moon is above the horizon during it, before dawn: from about 2:42 am to 6:43 am IST in New Delhi, greatest at about 4:42 am. But it is a penumbral eclipse, so the dimming is very subtle and may not be noticeable to the naked eye; no sutak is usually observed.
Is the 6 February 2027 solar eclipse visible in India? No. It happens after sunset in India and is visible only from parts of the southern hemisphere and Africa.
When does the Sun enter Aquarius in 2027? On 13 February 2027 (Kumbh Sankranti). It stays there until 15 March.
Is February 2027 good for marriage? It can offer wedding muhurats: Venus and Jupiter are not combust, and Kharmas only begins on 15 March. But that doesn't make the whole month auspicious. Each date still has to pass the panchang's own checks (tithi, nakshatra and the other muhurat rules), Mars and Jupiter are retrograde, and the eclipse day is usually avoided. Check exact dates in the Muhurat Finder.
Which rashis benefit most in February 2027? From these transits, Vrishabh (the Sun in the 10th, Venus in the 9th), Kanya (the Sun in the 6th, Venus in the 5th) and Dhanu (the Sun in the 3rd, Venus in the 2nd) get support from both planets. Mesh (the Sun in the 11th) and Meen (Venus in the 11th) get support from one. Other planets and your own dasha can change the picture.
Related reading: Transits January 2027 ยท Transits March 2027 ยท Rashifal 2027 ยท Shani Gochar 2027 ยท Today's positions on Planet Transit Today
This article is for general information about Vedic astrology. It is not professional advice.