Solar Return
The chart of the Sun's exact return to natal longitude — your annual personal calendar.
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A solar return is the chart cast for the exact moment the Sun returns to its natal degree and minute each year; it is read for the themes of the year ahead. The return moment does not always fall on your calendar birthday.
Your annual chart from birthday to birthday.
For those examining a specific period, year, or life cycle.
Date, time, place
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a solar return chart? ›
The chart of the instant the Sun comes back to its exact natal position — valid until the next return, and read as the theme map of that personal year.
Why is the return moment different from my birthday? ›
The calendar year and the Sun’s zodiac circuit do not align exactly; the return can land a day before or after your birthday, at any hour. The tool finds the moment to the minute.
Why does location matter for a solar return? ›
The chart is cast for where you are at the return moment; a different city changes the house wheel. Interpretation therefore considers where you spend (or plan to spend) that moment.
Is the solar return enough on its own? ›
It reads best against the natal chart: the return emphasis shows on which stage the natal themes will play out that year.
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