Station instants computed with Swiss Ephemeris to the minute, in UTC. Mars is retrograde about 0.47 times a year for 58–81 days.
Mars is retrograde once in 1963: from Dec 26, 1962, 06:11 UTC at 24°48′ Leo until Mar 16, 1963, 17:21 UTC at 5°20′ Leo.
| Stations retrograde | At | Stations direct | At | Days | Arc | Pre-shadow from | Post-shadow to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 26, 1962, 06:11 UTC * | 24°48′ Leo | Mar 16, 1963, 17:21 UTC | 5°20′ Leo | 80.47 | 19.46° | 5°20′ Leo | 24°48′ Leo |
* period crosses a year boundary and is listed in both years.
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