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 1969: from Apr 27, 1969, 11:24 UTC at 16°46′ Sagittarius until Jul 8, 1969, 06:07 UTC at 1°42′ Sagittarius.
| Stations retrograde | At | Stations direct | At | Days | Arc | Pre-shadow from | Post-shadow to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 27, 1969, 11:24 UTC | 16°46′ Sagittarius | Jul 8, 1969, 06:07 UTC | 1°42′ Sagittarius | 71.78 | 15.06° | 1°42′ Sagittarius | 16°46′ Sagittarius |
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